The AFL-CIO runs web-based training sessions that can be joined remotely as long as you have access to a computer and a phone. Our training calendar is updated regularly and covers the following (click on a topic to view upcoming trainings):
Action Network E-Activist Tools
Aug. 6, 2024, 3 p.m. ET: Click here to join
Sept. 3, 2024, 3 p.m. ET: Click here to join
Oct. 1, 2024, 3 p.m. ET: Click here to join
Nov. 5, 2024, 3 p.m. ET: Click here to join
Dec. 3, 2024, 3 p.m. ET: Click here to join
Action Network Resources
Action Network Support—Training Documentation, Videos and FAQ
Common Sense Economics (CSE) Conversations
Due to the small, interactive nature of these conversations, registration is limited and early registration is highly recommended.
Please check back soon for updates.
Data Analytics and Infrastructure Resource (DAIR) Trainings
Canvassing for Program Managers:
Sept. 5, 2024, 2 p.m. ET: Click here to join
Create-A-List in LAN:
Aug. 22, 2024, 2 p.m. ET: Click here to join
Data Office Hours:
Oct. 10, 2024, 2 p.m. ET: Click here to join
Oct. 17, 2024, 2 p.m. ET: Click here to join
Oct. 24, 2024, 2 p.m. ET: Click here to join
Oct. 31, 2024, 2 p.m. ET: Click here to join
Intro to Data Driven Program:
Aug. 1, 2024, 2 p.m. ET: Click here to join
MiniVAN: Train the Trainer:
Sept. 19, 2024, 2 p.m. ET: Click here to join
OpenVPB: Train the Trainer:
Sept. 26, 2024, 2 p.m. ET: Click here to join
Phone Banking for Program Managers:
Aug. 29, 2024, 2 p.m. ET: Click here to join
Using Affiliate Data:
Aug. 8, 2024, 2 p.m. ET: Click here to join
Using the Approvals Tracker:
Aug. 15, 2024, 2 p.m. ET: Click here to join
VIP for Program Managers:
Sept. 12, 2024, 2 p.m. ET: Click here to join
VIP: Train the Trainer:
Oct. 3, 2024, 2 p.m. ET: Click here to join
LaborKey Per Caps Tool
Introduction to LaborKey:
Please check back soon for updates.
- Request a LaborKey demo by sending an email to [email protected]
- LaborKey Documentation Learning Guide
- AFL-CIO LaborKey Resource Page
Leadership and Labor History
Come for a discussion about a labor history topic where we will link the past to the present.
Please check back soon for updates.
Political Skills
Labor Politics and Power: Working in Federations:
Aug. 9, 2024, 2 p.m. ET: Click here to join
One-on-One Conversations in the Workplace:
Sept. 13, 2024, 2 p.m. ET: Click here to join
Overcoming Polarization:
Sept. 3, 2024, 6 p.m. ET: Click here to join
Sept. 6, 2024, 2 p.m. ET: Click here to join
Political Campaign Implementation:
Aug. 20, 2024, 6 p.m. ET: Click here to join
Recruiting and Retaining Volunteers:
Aug. 13, 2024, 6 p.m. ET: Click here to join
Aug. 23, 2024, 2 p.m. ET: Click here to join
Speaker Training for Labor in the Pulpit Bimah Minbar:
Aug. 8, 2024, 7 p.m. ET: Click here to join
Strategies to Get Out the Vote:
Sept. 18, 2024, 6 p.m. ET: Click here to join
Sept. 25, 2024, 2 p.m. ET: Click here to join
State Federation/Central Labor Council Development
Tool Review:
Learn about the tools that the AFL-CIO has for your organization:
Aug. 29, 2024, 1 p.m. ET: Click here to join
UnionHall Training
The AFL-CIO uses UnionHall, a powerful website-building tool, for state and local organizations. Please RSVP by clicking on the training below that you wish to attend. After you RSVP for a training, you will receive an auto thank you email with login information. We will send you a reminder email the day of the training.
NOTE: In June of 2022 we migrated to the updated UnionHall 2.0. This training will cover the basics of how to use the new website system. Get started on your website today!
Upcoming UnionHall Webinar Training Calendar:
UnionHall 2.0:
Aug. 8, 2024, 1 p.m. ET: Click here to join
Aug. 22, 2024, 1 p.m. ET: Click here to join
UnionHall Training Videos:
Full Training Part 1 & 2 (49:07)
UH 2.0 -- What's New (13:44 min)
UH 2.0 -- Getting Started/What's New (13:40 min)
Admin Functionality: Content Tabs (4:50 mins)
Admin Functionality: Overview (12:04 mins)
Admin Functionality: Your Admin Toolbar (4:34 min)
Getting Started -- New Union Hall 2.0 (30:40 min)
Getting Started -- Template Overview (29:24 min)
Getting Started: Logging In/Reset Password (2.37 min)
Getting Started: Template Review (15:48 min)
Getting Started: What's New (9:07 min)
Getting Started: What's New with Union Hall 2.0 (30 min)
UH 2.0 Site Header (menu bar, name and logo, social icons) (8:01 min)
Content: Adding Actions (14:36 min)
Content: Adding a Menu Item. (4:33 min)
Content: Basic Page Creation (14:22 min)
Content: Biography and About Us Page (12:48 mins)
Content: Creating Articles (32:41 min)
Content: Creating Events (22:12 min)
Content: Hero Image Slider/Carousel (7:07 min)
Site Layout: Add Social Media Links (8:33 min)
Site Layout: Site Header Customization (8:09 min)
CWA's Training Video on UnionHall 2.0
Webinars for Union Leaders
The AFL-CIO hosts occasional webinars to train new union officers and designees.
Please check back soon for updates.
Zoom Resources
Level One—Basic (Zoom/ATT)
Zoom/ATT has offered some additional basic training. These training sessions were open to anyone and were run by Zoom representatives.
You can view a previously recorded training here.
Zoom Support: Getting Started
You can get started with trainings right away by going to the Zoom support page.