Connecting Educators with Our Union

In this episode Beth speaks with Jana Giles, a 3rd grade educator and local union leader about how educators can connect with their union. Jana shares that she became involved in her union for three main reasons.  First, she was asked to share her story by her bargaining team when they were in contract negotiations and she wanted to make her voice heard.  Next, her local vice-president asked her to become more involved.  And finally, her UniServ Consultant invited her to participate in a statewide Emerging Leaders cohort coordinated by OEA. 

Jana shares how the professional learning she received from OEA helped her grow in her professional practice, connect with fellow educators from around the state, and stand up to advocate for herself and others. She discusses ways union members can engage in local advocacy, professional learning, political participation, and work collectively to improve our profession and our communities. 

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