ES Advocates program

ES Advocates is a one-week course and gives three AEU education support members a chance to become more involved in their union. One place is reserved for Koorie educators who are classified as ES staff.

ES members are becoming increasingly active in the AEU and want to be more informed on how the union operates. Many ES members have taken on active roles in sub-branches in schools and are looking to expand their involvement by being more engaged in the union and more active among fellow members.

The ES Advocate program is the AEU's response to that call. It's a chance to have input into the AEU's approach to ES issues and influence future directions.

Participants will spend the week at the AEU office in Abbotsford, meeting and working with AEU leadership‚ organisers and membership services unit staff. They will take part in AEU briefings and meetings‚ and join visits to schools to meet other members.

If you are a keen union member and interested in learning more about the AEU and how your union works for ES staff then this is an opportunity for you.

All replacement costs are covered. Application forms must be signed by the school principal. It is recommended that you inform your principal as early as possible so replacement arrangements can be put in place.

After the program‚ successful applicants will be encouraged to continue their connection with the union and participate in AEU regional meetings.

For more information email Kathryn Lewis or call (03) 9417 2822.

2012 dates

Monday, June 18 to Friday, June 22 - AEU Abbotsford
Monday, September 10 to Friday, September 14 - AEU Abbotsford