WSN National Conference

Contact Phone: 
0431 445 978
Date and Time: 
Friday, May 20, 2011 - 6:30pm to Sunday, May 22, 2011 - 5:00pm
Contact Email: 
wsn.melb@gmail.com
Location: 
Trades Hall, Carlton.
Website: 
http://www.workerssolidaritymelbourne.org/

The first Workers Solidarity Network conference will take place Fri 20, Sat 21 and Sun 22 May at Trades Hall. All are welcome!

Friday 20th May

6.30pm The history of Union Solidarity and the need for community action

Dave Kerin kicks off the conference with a discussion of the history and legacy of Union Solidarity, its successes, flaws and impact.

Saturday 21st May

9-12 Community and Industrial Cooperation

A historical look at community support in industrial campaigns and industrial support in community campaigns.

The BLF green bans and black bans – Speaker TBC

The MUA Patricks Dispute – Kevin Bracken

1-3pm WSN and past disputes

Reports back from and detailed discussions of WSNs involvement in recent disputes

Kennon Auto dispute – Emma Kerin

Swift Australia dispute – Alex Sproule

3.30-6.30pm Democratic engagement and organising in unorganised industries

UNITE Brunswick Street Campaign – Mel Gregson

Indigenous rights, Northern Territory workers and union support – Speaker TBC

8pm Drinks and Fundraiser

Sunday 22nd May

10am A Forum for Clarity

A forum to discuss and clarify WSNs aims, goals, and role. How will we continue to agitate for industrial action and organise non-unionised sectors? Should we form a national network? What role will we play in future industrial disputes? Join this open discussion of ongoing questions concerning the network.

Tickets One day: $5/$10 Weekend: $15/$25

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