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EC Meeting Papers 14th March 2018. Quorn Grange Hotel Leicestershire.

EC MEETING

14 th March 2018

QUORN GRANGE HOTEL

LEICESTERSHIRE

How to find us

Easily reached by either road or rail (or by air from East Midlands airport just 30 minutes away), Quorn Grange Hotel is a useful base for guests wishing to visit the attractions in the area. In addition, the cities of Leicester and Nottingham are only a short distance away.

BY ROAD From the North : Leave the M1 at junction 23 (Loughborough) following signs for the A6 south (Leicester). Shortly after leaving Loughborough, turn off the A6 dual carriageway into Quorn. Go straight through Quorn. Wood Lane is a right turn, at the far end of the village, at the third mini roundabout. Quorn Grange Hotel is about a quarter of a mile further on, on the left. From the South : Leave the M1 at junction 21a and take the A46 Leicester western bypass (Newark). Turn left from the A46 onto the A6 dual carriageway, turning left at a small roundabout signposted Quorn/Mountsorrel. At the next roundabout, turn right towards Quorn. After about one mile, turn left into Wood Lane at a mini roundabout. Quorn Grange Hotel is about a quarter of a mile further on, on the left.

BY RAIL There are Midland Mainline services from London St Pancras to Sheffield which stop at Loughborough and Leicester.

BUS

The number 2 kinchbus, 126 and 127 bus runs from Leicester bus station to Quorn. The number 2 kinchbus, 126 and 127 bus runs from Loughborough town centre to Quorn.

Number 2 bus information

Number 126 / 127 bus information

Quorn Grange Hotel 88 Wood Lane Quorn Leicestershire LE12 8DB

Tel: 01509 412167 Fax: 01509 415621

GFTU Executive Committee Meeting

AGENDA

March 2018.

11.00am

Declaration of any other business.

Apologies for absence

Minutes of the Previous meeting.

Matters Arising from the minutes.

Approval of the minutes.

Around the Unions. Issues for affiliates.

Union Building Conference reports.

New Services. Operations Manager.

Financial Position of the GFTU.

New build and development.

Application for affiliation.

General Secretary’s Report.

Education Officers’ Report.

Any Other Business.

2.30-3.00pm

EC Minutes January 2018

General Federation of Trade Unions

Executive Committee Minutes

January 24 th 2018

Quorn Grange Hotel, Leicestershire

In attendance: Bro. Doug Nicholls, (Gen Sec), Sis. Claire Ryan, (Minute Taker).

Bro. Ronnie Draper, Bro. Garry Elliott, Sis. Theresa Easton, Sis. Keeley Lipscombe , Bro. Alasdair McDiarmid, Bro. Duncan Keys, Sis. Yvonne Pattison, Bro. Neil Crew, Bro. Colin Kirkham, Sis. Angela Pratten, Bro. Osher Williams, Sis. Philippa Childs, Bro. Freddie Seale, Bro. Manuel Cortes, Bro. John McGowan,

Apologies: Bro. Brian Linn, Sis. Sarah Woolley, Bro. Robert Mooney, Bro. Steve Gillan , Bro. Robert Mooney, Sis. Bindu Paul, Bro. John Toner, Bro. Charlie Sarrell, Sis. Ellie Peers, Bro. Roy Rickhuss, Sis. Janie Nicholl, Sis. Claire Jones, Bro. Nick McCarthy, Sis. Christine Miller, Bro. Ian Lawrence, Sis Christine Bond, Sis. Maddy Radcliffe, Bro. John Smith,

Paperwork circulated for the meeting: Minutes of previous meeting, Financial and Accounts Information, General Secretary’s Report, General Secretary’s Speech European Conference, Brexit Article, Guardian Article, Vietnamese Article, Youth Service Bill, Union Building Conference Programme, EC Expenses Claim Form.

1. Declaration of Any Other Business.

No declaration of Any Other Business.

2. Minutes of the Previous Meeting, Corrections, Adoption.

These were agreed as a true and accurate record.

3. Matters Arising.

No matters arising.

EC Minutes January 2018

4. Issues facing union in 2018. Unions to report.

Sis. Lipscombe reported on the end of the franchise that had been announced during the end of December which had caused the feeling of uncertainty and no security about jobs.

Bro. Draper reported on the effects of the GDPR due to come into place 1 st March 2018 and the impact of the withdrawal of political funds which will affect all unions.

Bro. Draper reported on the growing campaign around the country against McDonalds.

Bro. Crewe reported on the GDPR impact and that AEGIS had completed a training day and were entering legal agreements to ensure protection.

Bro. Nicholls stated that there would be a GDPR training Day being held at Quorn and the date would be confirmed as soon as possible. There would be a small cost for affiliated unions to attend.

Sis. Pattison reported that check off arrangements had been withdrawn and created a challenge for the union.

Sis. Pattison reported that the prison and justice Systems were in crisis. They were facing redundancies and failing services.

Sis. Easton reported on the issue of capacity and executive turnover.

Bro. Draper suggested advertising successes and promotion amongst unions.

Bro. Elliott reported that 300,000 jobs had been lost due to the drop in oil prices. Collective bargaining.

Bro. Kirkham reported issues on organising and growth, particularly retention and also the impact of GDPR.

Bro. McDiarmid also reported on the issue of GDPR and stated an external company had been sought to train and protect themselves.

5. The Union Building Conference

6.1 Bro. Nicholls discussed the Union Building Conference and potential speakers and academic attendees. MP Lloyd Russell Moyle would be attending on the Friday and MP John McDonell may also be able to attend.

6.2 Bro. Williams discussed the previous Conference and the positive outcome that is gained from attending. Sis. Pattison also gave a positive view of attending previous Conferences and praised the great ideas that had come from such events.

6.3 Bro. Cortes suggested invited the new labour co ordinator for community organising.

EC Minutes January 2018

Bro. Cortes suggested increasing the knowledge of shared services and suggested writing to affiliates to explain what we offer. Bro. Cortes also reported on their new compulsory recruitment skills course policy.

EC members discussed the recruitment of new members and the importance of reps training.

Bro. Nicholls reported that a more detailed Union Building Conference programme would follow Friday 26 th January and would also be circulated to EC members by email.

6. GFTU Financial Position.

7.1 Sis Cheung, GFTU Head of Finance gave a verbal overview of GFTU and ET accounts. 7.2 Sis. Cheung reported that there would be an introduction of more detailed finance reports in particular focusing on courses.

7.3 Bro. Nicholls stated that the Pension Scheme Portfolio was included in the EC papers.

7.4 Bro. Nicholls discussed the new development plans providing a financial overview.

7.5 Discussions were held regarding the closure of the Quorn Grange Nursery.

7.6 Bro. Williams discussed the changes within government funding and the effects this has had on all nurseries.

7.7 Bro. Nicholls reported that nursery staff had been given ‘at risk’ letters and there had been an extension of one week to discuss alternative plans.

7.8 Bro. Nicholls reported that the proposed nursery closure date was 29 Th March 2018.

7.9 Bro. Kirkham asked how many staff were affected by the nursery closure.

7.10 Bro. Nicholls confirmed ten members of staff. Six members of staff had served less than two years with the nursery.

7. General Secretary’s Report.

2.1 Bro. Nicholls reported on the Free Ocalan campaign and proposed £500 donation to the campaign.

EC members agreed to the £500 donation.

2.4 EC members discussed Chinese delegation visits.

2.5 Bro. Nicholls reported that Bro. Smith and Bro. Williams would be visiting Poland at the end of February. Poland is the potential EC international study planned for EC

EC Minutes January 2018

members and partners which lasts approx. 5-7 days and would take place May/September 2018.

3.4 Bro. Nicholls reported that Voice the Union may be seeking to affiliate. EC Members discussed the possible new affiliation and policies regarding ‘No Strike’ action and relationships with other unions.

EC members agreed the option of an affiliation application in person if affiliation is applied for.

3.8 Bro. Williams reported that the planned PFA Course on the 28 th January 2018 would be postponed due to low numbers however would also be incorporated into the Union Building Conference as a workshop.

5.3 Bro. Nicholls reported on the Apprenticeship funding.

EC Members discussed and agreed that EC members would receive details of all future Apprenticeship meeting dates.

General Secretary’s report was discussed and approved by EC members.

8. Education Officers’ Report.

Bro. Callow (GFTU Education Officer) gave an overview of his written report.

Education Officers’ report was discussed and approved by EC members.

Any Other Business.

No Other Business declared.

The meeting closed 3.00pm

General Secretary’s Report.

March 2018.

Work for affiliates.

PCS The first part of the education review has been completed and a written report presented. The PCS will be well represented on our new training the trainers courses as they are involving more staff in training of members. This work generated £10k of income to the GFTU.

TSSA

New SLAs for Education and Finance have been signed and there is a considerable growth in education work likely as the TSSA is making recruitment training compulsory for all of its representatives.

Social Workers Union.

Support for the Boot Out Austerity and new campaigning pack has continued and support was given to enable SWU to involve new younger members in the Union Building Conference.

Initial discussions have been held with SWU concerning support for some specialist admin work.

POA.

A comprehensive new training programme has been agreed and I will be coordinating this.

Nautilus International.

I have met with the National Officer and Education Officer to consider options for reps training and online learning in the future. Some productive suggestions have been made.

GGCA.

I am pleased to report that the GFTU has been awarded the tender to undertake a comprehensive organisational review of the GGCA for presentation to their October 2018 Biennial General Meeting. This tender is worth £10k.

Artists’ Union of England.

The Education Officer will be attending the AUE Executive in March.

NAOSS

I am pleased to report that I will be meeting the General Secretary of NAOSS at Quorn shortly.

Non affiliates.

CWU

I am pleased to report that I have been invited to attend the CWU conference in April.

UCAC.

I am pleased to report that the General Secretary of UCAC indicated that they intended to make an application for affiliation.

VOICE

I am pleased to report that VOICE have applied for affiliation to the GFTU. Their application papers are attached. Please treat these as all papers as private and confidential. The General Secretary of VOICE assisted our recent consideration of the future of our nursery and also attended the UBC with her colleague.

I recommend affiliation.

Outstanding affiliation fees.

The following affiliates have not yet paid their affiliation fees: Social Workers’ Union, BECTU/Prospect, CCISUA, PFA, Scottish Artists.

SoR

I am pleased to report that SoR attended the UBC.

Advance

The GS has invited me to visit.

ASLEF

The ASLEF GS and leadership will be visiting Quorn shortly.

Work with Partners.

Ruskin College.

I remain Vice Chair of the College and have proposed a new structure for the College creating a Friends of Ruskin Body and a streamlined governance structure. This is being debated currently.

The Principal of Ruskin College spoke on apprenticeships and other matters at the UBC.

We are writing to all TUC affiliates seeking support for the Trade Union Officials’ apprenticeship.

Wolverhampton University.

Our post doc student Grace Millar and our PhD student Edda Nicolson, spoke at the UBC.

Newman University.

Mike Seal attended the UBC and led the education session.

Hull University.

Christine Smith attended the UBC and led the education session.

University of Central Lancashire.

Prof Phil Whyman led the economics discussion at the UBC.

Institute of Employment research.

Dr Sonya Mackie led the discussions about trade union and employment law at the UBC.

Open University.

Professor Stephanie Davis provided a think-piece paper for the UBC on new work and the gig economy.

Keele University.

Dr Stephen French assisted our PCS education review.

Northern College.

Catharyn Lawrence attended the UBC and courses continue successfully at Northern.

In Defence of Youth Work.

This campaign has promoted the GFTU work widely amongst young people.

Shout Out.

This is a new partnership and they have submitted proposals for joint work and funding. The GFTU is the only partner they are seeking to work with at the moment and they have no other live or intended funding applications.

These proposals can be taken to the Educational Trust also in May.

My own proposal is that at this stage we allocate and initial £10k to sponsor projects in 3 schools and review progress accordingly. This funding could be taken from our campaign fund or investments. I would encourage EC members to take this proposal to their own unions to see if they can sponsor a school project. 4 International.

Venezuela

Marcos Garcia, Labour Attache at the Venezuelan Embassy spoke at the UBC.

I have recommended a colleague as an observer in the forthcoming elections.

Kurdish issues.

Akif Wan spoke on behalf of the Kurdish National Congress at the UBC.

Affiliations to the Freedom For Ocalan Campaign from affiliates would be welcome.

I am pleased that the Durham Miners Association has agreed that the Kurdish issue will be the main international focus at the gala this year. I attended the Turkish embassy with Gail Cartmail of the TUC to deliver a letter to the Ambassador concerning the situation in Afrin and calling for a meeting to discuss the release of Ocalan. The embassy did not accept the letter and this has been posted.

Italy.

The election result in Italy will have been noted with concern by EC members.

Poland EC international study visit.

A report on latest developments will be given at the EC.

Just a reminder that historically these visits are funded by the Educational Trust as EC members’ international study visits. 5 Finances The annual audit is underway and the Finance and General Purposes Committee has bee kept up to date with figures and records.

The latest management accounts are attached.

A loan has been provided of a further £40k to the hotel following considerable discussion at the F&GP and the signing of a loan repayment schedule and other related agreements with the hotel Senior Management Team. This was to cover the beginning of year cash flow issue.

Our investment performance has remained steady.

Pension Scheme.

The changes to the Trustees’ composition requested by the Executive Committee has been brought into effect by deed as of March 6 th . The pension scheme investments continue to perform well and an interim commutation factor review has been commissioned prior to the valuation which is due December 31 st 2018. The critical factor in scheme valuations is gilt yields and we have no control over these whatsoever and note that there have been some recent helpful increases. Our ambition it to keep the deficit to no more than current levels and therefore the current recovery plan of £70k a year also at that level at the very most. 7 Education Trust. The transfer of property ownership into the names of two nominated Trustees, myself and the President has been subject to discussions between our solicitors and the Charity Commissioners and is as I understand it about to be resolved. The Trust supported an exciting bid with Manchester University to look at a project on working class literature. I am pleased to say this bid has been successful. 8 New Build. Trustees’ indemnity has been increased to £1m.

This has involved substantial work over the period and is subject to a separate report.

Nursery.

In discharging their responsibilities as employers the directors have sought to avoid redundancies at all costs and been actively looking for alternative options. In discharging my fiduciary responsibility as General Secretary and Treasurer of the GFTU to ensure that we take the opportunity of the new build to maximise income from the Quorn site to the best of our ability, I have been actively seeking to establish whether a new build nursery or other use building is a viable option. A great deal of work has gone into trying to secure a viable income generating stream in addition to the hotel and houses.

10 Union Building Conference.

EC members in attendance were: Bros. Williams, McGowan, Cortes, Mooney, Lawrence, Sis: Woolley, Pratten, Lipscombe, Easton, Cumming, Pattinson.

The agenda is attached.

At the last EC it was hoped that there would be a good gender balance of speakers etc. I believe we achieved this bearing in mind also that two sisters due to make presentations dropped out at the last moment. The following women speakers made a contribution, Kate Fallon, Wendy Cumming, Grace Millar, Edda Nicolson, Nadine Rae, Sarah Woolley, Sonya Mackie, Catharyn Lawrence, Christine Smith, The staff team have made a positive evaluation. We have received minimal feedback from delegates despite two requests. The overall mood was very positive. We have received two excellent full reports from Sis Woolley and Easton written for their EC meetings. I believe we have created a unique and important space and style of organisation for the event which is worth preserving and developing. I look forward to hearing the views of EC members who attended.

A number of place were subsidised.

A number of last minute cancellations were received.

There were 77 attendees overall.

11 Win Win. The new services to affiliates were launched at the UBC and will be discussed further at the EC. I have asked the Operations Manager to visit each union to promote a better understanding of the advantage of these.

12 Other Work.

I have held a constructive meeting with Lord Maurice Glasman about his passion to rebuild community life, vocational skills training and community development work. I remain Chair of Chooseyouth to pursue the campaign for a statutory Youth Service. This is developing. On April 23 rd there will be an important meeting in Parliament in a room booked for 100 people. I hope the EC will send a representative.

This will be followed by a Ten Minute Bill as Lloyd announced at the UBC on June 6 th .

This will be followed by An APPG investigation into the Youth Service.

This will be followed by a Westminster Hall debate.

We are working closely with Lloyd, and Emma Hardy MP on this.

13 The Next EC Meeting

The Social Workers Union have kindly agreed to host the next EC meeting in Edinburgh.

Union Building Conference 2018 Programme

There will be some flexibility on timings to accommodate parliamentary colleagues who have one vote to attend on Friday pm in the House . Workshop themes and choices can also be made by the participants.

Friday

12 onwards arrivals and lunch

12.30 Lunch served

Registration.

2.00 Opening Plenary – Introductions, Introduction to guest unions, overview of conference, Ian Lawrence and Kate Fallon – new examples of practical co-operation between unions, Paul De Felice, a new trade union official apprenticeship course, Edda Nicolson, working on the GFTU History, Grace Millar union rebuilding in New Zealand, Nadine Rae, compulsory recruitment training.

3.30 Workshop choices. Engaging young people in the unions, recruitment training, union officials’ apprenticeships, supporting each other in casework.

5.00

Close workshops, Plenary, Parliamentary report, Lloyd Russel Moyles.

6.00

Evening Meal.

7.30

Cultural Work and the GFTU, rebuilding the imagination.

9.00

Socialising/Networking

Saturday

Breakfast

9.30 Plenary – Trade Union Education. Launching the GFTU’s new book on trade union education, a session facilitated by Alan Smith, Mike Seal, Christine Smith, Catharyn Lawrence, Lyndsey McDowell, Gawain Little.

11.00 Workshop Choices, what we want from the GFTU, more about training the trainers, a new way of learning, becoming a learning union.

1.00

Lunch

2.00

Plenary – Transforming trade union and employment law, Sonya McKay.

3.30 Workshop Choices, supporting the IER Manifesto in our Unions, sectoral collective bargaining, employment law training in unions, accessing legal services and the GFTU offer.

5.00

Close Workshops, Plenary, introducing the international debate.

6.00

Evening Meal.

7.30

International discussion – Venezuela, Kurdish Question.

9.00

Socialising.

Sunday

Breakfast and check out.

9.30

Plenary – Economic situation, Including new GFTU Services. Phil Whyman, Ian Richards.

10.30 Workshop Choices, Economic literacy and why it’s important, the GFTU Services, Internationalism in the unions.

12.00 Closing Plenary.

1.00

Lunch. Depart.

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Young people have important, inspiring contributions to make to politics and yet their voices are too often ignored. This course can help equip them with the tools to challenge decision makers better. – Fatima Manji, Channel 4 News

CONTENTS 03 04 05

Introduction

The Benefit for Students and Schools

Unit Breakdown and What Will Be Covered

About Shout Out UK

10 12

Testimonials

Case Study

Who We Have Worked With

Contact Details

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UNIT BREAKDOWN AND WHAT WILL BE COVERED

Our Political Literacy Course aims to get more young people interested and engaged in politics by teaching them about the processes within politics, public speaking and debating. The skills learned on this Course enhance a student’s self-image, confidence and emotional resilience.

Unit 1

Weeks 1-2

(2 hours per week)

» What is Politics and the literacy of politics. » What is the history of politics?

» Students will also gain an understanding of the importance of voting; the roles an MP, Councillor and Trade Union play in today’s society; as well as the constitution of the British Parliament. » Britain and the International Community. » What is the EU and the UN? » Students will expand their understanding of international trade, economic co-operation and global politics as a whole during this Unit. Weeks 3-4 (2 hours per week) » How to hold parliamentary debates and speak in front of a crowd. » Presentation skills learning and confidence training. » Students will learn about alternative pathways into political engagement, such as collective bargaining and trade unionism. Weeks 5-6 (2 hours per week)

Unit 2

Unit 3

Assessments

Schools are encouraged to turn week 6 into an event where parents can see their children perform their speeches.

Each student is given a pre & post course survey to ensure growth in their political literacy. Each unit will be assessed via written exercises and a verbal presentation in week 6. Pupils prepare speeches during the Course which they will then have to deliver during the final session. They are marked on their delivery. Upon successful completion of each unit in the course, students will receive a UAS certificate from AQA.

UNIT TITLE: SHOUT OUT UK (UNIT 1) INTRODUCTION TO POLITICS

CURRICULUM AREA(S): POLITICS

UNIT DESCRIPTION

WEEK 1-2

The student will learn through discussions, research and talks on the history of politics to the present day. The student will also gather an understanding of the importance of voting and the roles of an MP, Councilor and Trade Union in today’s society. Understanding politics is part of being an active and engaged citizen - a civic responsibility - and this course will give you the tools necessary to understand and engage in politics. – Prof. Matthew Flinders, Sir Bernard Crick Centre for the Public Understanding of Politics

In successfully completing this unit the student will have: Experienced: 1. Taking part in discussions. 2. Taking part in discussion

about political systems and political parties in the UK.

Shown knowledge of: 3. The Greek roots of the word ‘politics’ and the definition of democracy. 4. The concept of state, government and role of the monarchy. 5. Qualification and disqualification for voting in the UK. 6. Local and national political issues. 7. The frequency of national and local elections in the UK. 8. The constitution of British Parliament including the House of Lords and House Demonstrated the ability to: 14. Find info about UK government departments online. 15. Find information in Hansard.

of Commons. 9. The role of sovereignty and government in the UK. 10. Separation of powers in the UK e.g. legislative, executive and judiciary. 11. Voting for national and local government representatives. 12. A brief history of trade unionism, its historic class roots and what trade unions do today (with a comprehensive list of unions and acronyms). 13. Objective political publications. 16. Identify and show how to contact their local MP or Councillor. 17. Identify and show how to contact a Trade Union in an industry of their choosing.

UNIT TITLE: SHOUT OUT UK (UNIT 2) INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS & POLITICAL THEORY

CURRICULUM AREA(S): POLITICS, BUSINESS STUDIES

UNIT DESCRIPTION

WEEK 3-4

I have really enjoyed developing my knowledge of politics, something which people of our age do not usually get exposed to. This course has allowed me to get a better view on the wider worlds and how the country is governed. also gain an understanding of international trade and economic co-operation. Plus an understanding of global politics, showing that politics has a direct impact on everyone’s life, be it directly or indirectly. – Anisa, Student, Participant in the Political Literacy Course Britain and the International Community. What is globalisation and what drives it? The student will

In successfully completing this unit the student will have: Acquired an understanding of: 1. Networks and Networking. 2. Political theories, ideologies and equality. 3. Rise and fall of political movements. 4. International competition, conflict and solidarity.

5. International organisations that promote co-operation and develop Human Rights. 6. Collaboration between countries and racial integration.

Shown knowledge of: 7. Conflict, conflict management and

10. Popular political

movements e.g. socialism, conservatism, liberalism.

resolution, e.g. black listing, whistleblowing and striking.

11. International trade and economic co-operation. 12. International blocks and political allegiances. 13. Historical power blocks e.g. Soviet bloc, British Commonwealth. 16. Name characteristics of global north and global south. 17. Name interstate

8. Concepts of leadership and motivation. 9. Influential writers of political theory.

Demonstrated the ability to: 14. Understand political affiliation. 15. Identify political view of a particular publication and digital media group.

co-operation organisations and international trade unions.

UNIT TITLE: SHOUT OUT UK (UNIT 3) CAMPAIGNING & EMPLOYABILITY

CURRICULUM AREA(S): POLITICS

UNIT DESCRIPTION

WEEK 5-6

The student will learn through discussions and research how to campaign for a cause or represent certain groups as an MP, Trade Union Activist or NGO Rep. The student will also learn about the variety of distinct pathways into politics, from becoming a politician to joining a Trade Union. I enjoyed the opportunity to express my views through debate. I also found it interesting learning

In successfully completing this unit the student will have: Acquired an understanding of: 1. How to get involved in politics. 2. Trade unionism and collective bargaining. 3. Joining political parties. 4. Local and national political issues. 5. Canvassing. Shown knowledge of: 6. Local issues. 7. Local or relevant trade union. 8. Debating and framing the argument. 9. Party politics. 10. Single issue groups and lobbyists. Demonstrated the ability to: 11. Write a short speech. 12. Present a poster to their peer group about a local issue. 13. Identify two trade unions and their function in an industry of the student’s choosing.

about government processes as well as how government

14. Identify an important

decisions affect my life. – Rebecca, Student, Participant in the Political Literacy Course

local issue which facilitates social mobility.

ABOUT SHOUT OUT UK

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We provide young people with the tools necessary to engage in politics and a platform to shout out and be heard. Spearheaded by our Political Literacy Course – and supplemented by a host of different infographics, videos, articles, workshops and events – we are a one- stop-shop for political learning and enrichment. Since our launch in 2014, we have become Britain’s fastest growing youth platform with a readership of almost 1 million per month.

Our aim is simple: To provide a global collective voice for the next generation.

OUR AWARDS

Outstanding Contribution Award for Political Literacy of 2016, awarded by EEWB.

Harrow Business Den Winner of 2016, awarded by Harrow Council.

Youth Friendly Micro-Business of 2014, awarded by Youth Employment UK.

TESTIMONIALS

Roisin Murray , Teacher at Bentley Wood High School, Harrow:

Fatima Manji , Channel 4 News: “Young people have important, inspiring contributions to make to politics and yet their voices are too often ignored. This course can help equip them with the tools to challenge decision-makers better.”

“Understanding Politics is key to understanding how society works. Shout Out UK’s Political Literacy Course supports students in developing their political awareness so they can take a more active role in society. After sitting in on several lessons with Shout Out UK and our students, I can honestly say it has been a fantastic opportunity for our students to develop their knowledge and awareness of current affairs as well as their ability to speak in public, debate and present a discussion coherently. This has also helped students to develop their self-esteem and confidence.” JP Thangavalu , Director of EEWB Pupil Referral Unit, Croydon: “At EEWB we believe that every child, regardless of background or circumstance, deserves a chance to succeed in life. We see the political literacy program as a key intervention program to supporting our belief, whilst educating young people about the laws and structures of a democratic society and engaging them as responsible citizens. This course is most beneficial to our learners and the positive outcomes we have documented are commendable.”

Louise Haigh , Member of Parliament and youngest Labour MP:

“Many of us have been crying out for neutral and balanced political education in schools for years. As Labour’s youngest MP I know how engaged and intellectually curious this generation is – but often they are failed by a system which does not provide them with even the most basic of political literacy they need to form their own judgement on the decisions being made in their name. “Provided with the tools of political literacy combined with the networked information age, this generation has the potential to be the most knowledgeable, the most challenging and the most important political generation for many years – the important work for Shout Out UK begins that process.”

Prof. Matthew Flinders , Sir Bernard Crick Centre for the Public Understanding of Politics:

James Weinberg , Research Lead in Youth Politics, The Sir Bernard Crick Centre; Chair, The Political Studies Association Early Career Network; Lead Fellow, All Party Parliamentary Group for Democratic Participation: “The transmission of social and political inequalities across generations is already identifiable at school age. Shout Out UK provide courses that equip young people with the skills and knowledge not only to overcome these barriers and affect changes in their own lives, but also to challenge the malfunctions of our democracy.” Prof. Justin Fisher , Professor of Political Science and Head of the Department of Social and Political Sciences at Brunel University London: “Politics affects all our lives. This course will help young people better understand politics and develop the skills to help ensure that their voices are heard.”

“Understanding politics is part of being an active and engaged citizen – a civic responsibility – and this course will give you the tools necessary to understand and engage in politics, the first step to political education.”

Professor Paddy Ireland , Dean, Faculty of Social Sciences and Law at the University of Bristol:

“The future of our society and, indeed, of the world as a whole rests in the hands of the younger generation. Recent events show just how important it is that this generation is politically literate and understand the nuances and complexities of the issues facing us. The political literacy course designed by Shout Out UK is an important first step towards ensuring that this generation is able to debate those issues in a civilised and informed way.”

Joanne Radiven, Teacher, Northgate Barnet School PRU:

“The students who attended have said that they found it very interesting and one of them has been inspired to apply to become a member of the UK Youth Parliament!”

CASE STUDY THE POLITICAL LITERACY COURSE

From the 12 most recent schools we have worked with, our end of course survey has shown us that:

Q Q Q

Excellent 56 % 94 % YES

6 % NO

Hated politics and never thought I’d ever want to go near it, thanks for changing that. Student comments: Feels good to see how we can make an impact. Debating was fun and political spectrum was interesting. Liked when you compared gangs to politics. Very helpful teacher. Very worthwhile. Different to how I would usually learn, but in a good way. Really enjoyed the course and I would strongly recommend it. Very interesting topics...relatable to young people on the programme and enabled most of the people in the room to speak out loud.

Would you recommend this course to a friend?

Overall, how would you rate this course?

Good 37 %

The Course

Excellent 42% Great 40% Excellent 50% Great 36% Excellent 52% Great 35% Excellent 44% Great 34% Excellent 41% Great 39% Excellent 56% Great 33% Excellent 48% Great 41% Excellent 53% Great 34% Excellent 55% Great 33% Excellent 56% Great 35%

Did you enjoy the course? Do you know more about Politics now? Was it well organized? Did it successfully teach you how to debate and present arguments? Do you feel more confident about your opinions now?

The Instructor

Knowledge

Presentation style

Covered material clearly?

Responded well to questions? Facilitated interactions among participants well?

48 %

52 %

What is your gender?

WHO WE HAVE WORKED WITH

At EEWB we believe that every child, regardless of background or circumstance, deserves a chance to succeed in life. We see the political literacy program as a key intervention program to supporting our belief, whilst educating young people about the laws and structures of a democratic society and engaging them as responsible citizens. This course is most beneficial to our learners and the positive outcomes we have documented are commendable. – JP Thangavalu, Director at EEWB Reform School (Pupil Referral Unit), Croydon.

Shoutoutuk’s Political Literacy Course shows young people that politics is in all that we do in life. Educating young people in everything from politics generally through to separation of powers to International Relations is precisely what the country requires for its wellbeing. The additional focus on public speaking and debating is also invaluable for enhancing students’ self-image, confidence and emotional resilience and to ensure, thereby, that those who want to participate in the political life of the Country can! Sir Geoffrey Nice QC, British Barrister.

Shout Out UK are at the forefront of political literacy in schools. They have delivered human rights workshops as part of our ‘Knowing Our Rights’ research project at Brunel University London, and I have been able to witness the positive impact their work is having on our young people. Politics, human rights, the rule of law, are ubiquitous. We need our young people to recognise the big debates of our times, and engage with them. Shout Out’s political literacy programmes are playing a crucial role in enabling them to do so. Dr Dimitrios Giannoulopoulos, LLB, LLM, MPhil, PhD, SFHEA. College Associate Dean & Senior Lecturer in Law, Brunel University London. Director, Britain in Europe think tank and Academic Fellow of the Honourable Society of the Inner Temple.

The team at Shout Out UK are unparalled in their professionalism, knowledge and engagement with young people. Working with them has been a truly fantastic experience and I recommend their services to anyone who wants young people to get involved in politics.

– Dr Paul James Cardwell, Reader in EU External Relations Law, Director of Internationalisation, School of Law at Sheffield University.

For further information please contact: Matteo Bergamini, Director Matteo@shoutoutuk.org Press Office Press@shoutoutuk.org News Desk News@shoutoutuk.org Telephone +44 (0)20 8731 5258

Office address: ShoutOutUK Ltd. Stanmore Place Howard Road, Stanmore London, HA7 1BT

35 Pilot Schools

School Name

Region

Primary Region

The Colne Community School

Tendring / Essex

South England South England South England North England North England North England

Hartsdown Academy

Thanet

Cambourne VC

Cambridge

Blackpool Aspire Academy

Blackpool St. Helens Knowsley

St Augustine of Canterbury RC High School

Kirkby High School

Ark Boulton Academy

Birmingham Birmingham Birmingham

Midlands Midlands Midlands

Hillcrest School City Academy

Woodbridge high school Tower Hamlets College

Redbridge

London London London

Tower Hamlets

Haberdashers' Aske's Crayford Academy

Crayford

Cardiff High School Fitzalan High School Whitchurch High School

Cardiff Cardiff Cardiff

Wales Wales Wales

Lisnagarvey High School

Lisburn Belfast

N.Ireland N.Ireland N.Ireland Scotland Scotland Scotland

Lagan College

Shimna Integrated College

Newcastle

Mearns Castle High School Cleveden Secondary School James Gillespie's High School

Glasgow Glasgow Edinburgh

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