The AFL-CIO runs virtual training sessions to provide our State Federation, Area Labor Federation and CLC leaders, Union Affiliate leaders and members and all labor activists the opportunity to increase their skills and knowledge. Our training calendar is updated regularly and covers the following topics (click on a topic to learn more and to view upcoming trainings):
Action Network E-Activist Tools
Connecting with union members and activists online is key to winning campaigns. That’s where Action Network fits in. Action Network is an email and digital campaign tool used across the labor movement. It allows you to email union members and activists about updates and actions they can take, set up petitions, event pages, letter campaigns and other actions, run reports and much more. Blast texting is also available in the tool. Action Network is free to use and the National AFL-CIO provides full support and training. Join us to learn more!
March 4, 2025, 3 p.m. ET: Click here to join
April 1, 2025, 3 p.m. ET: Click here to join
May 6, 2025, 3 p.m. ET: Click here to join
June 3, 2025, 3 p.m. ET: Click here to join
Action Network Resources
Action Network Support—Training Documentation, Videos and FAQ
Common Sense Economics (CSE) Conversations
Common Sense Economics is a training and education program for working people by working people. The program provides an easy way for activists to get more involved in campaigns and helps develop or strengthen partnerships between labor and community.
The curriculum explains how the economy works and what we can do to make the economy work better for everyone.
Due to the small, interactive nature of these conversations, registration is limited and early registration is highly recommended.
Common Sense Economics 101
Data Analytics and Infrastructure Resource (DAIR) Trainings
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LaborKey Per Caps Tool
Introduction to LaborKey:
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- 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.
March 7, 2025, 2 p.m. ET: Click here to join
Political Skills
Whether it’s activating union members to run in a local election or advocating for working families at the State House, labor leaders and activists play a vital role in ensuring working families are heard by our government. These workshops will give you the tools you need to successfully run political programs in your State Federations, CLC or local union.
The 7 Ugly Arms of Anti-Democratic Forces:
Feb. 26, 2025, 12:00 p.m. ET: Click here to Join
State Legislation on Worker and Immigrant Families:
Feb. 26, 2025, 3:00 p.m. ET: Click here to join
Disinformation and What We Can Do About It
March 3, 2025, 3 p.m. ET: Click here to join
Lobbying 101:
March 13, 2025, 2 p.m. ET: Click here to join
Having Effective One on One Organizing Conversations:
March 18, 2025, 4 p.m. ET: Click here to join
State Federation/Central Labor Council Development
There are a lot of great tools, ideas and supports to help you run a successful State Labor Federation or Central Labor Council. These workshops are designed to help you navigate the opportunities and challenges you will face as a staff person or elected leader at a union federation. Whether you are brand new or experienced, all federated leaders are welcome to join these interactive conversations.
AFL-CIO Anti Discrimination Anti Harassment Policy and Code of Conduct Overview:
May 19, 2025, 2 p.m. ET: Click here to join
AFL-CIO Code of Conduct Designee Training:
March 26, 2025, 7 p.m. ET: Click here to join
AFL-CIO Tool Review:
Learn about the tools that the AFL-CIO offers to our SFs and CLCs.
Feb. 27, 2025, 1 p.m. ET: Click here to join
Building Your Local Union Coordinator Network:
April 16, 2025, 5 p.m. ET: Click here to join
Moving Leaders to Action:
March 27, 2025, 4 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:
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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
Federating Fundamentals
Federating Fundamentals focuses on the essentials you need to know about leading a federation, including governance, programmatic responsibilities and board development. We also provide training that dives more deeply into financial practices, legal considerations and reporting–both for the AFL-CIO and regulatory bodies.
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