Local 14 Stacks the Deck with Trained Stewards

“A large percentage of our membership is in the public sector,” said Dana Phillips, Local 14 Business Agent. “Their procedures can differ greatly from those of private sector members.”

Phillips was co-instructor on the topic of grievance handling with Payne. Two other important segments in the program were presented by Larry Griffith and Steve Harney. Griffith’s session focused on the difficulties of bargaining in tough economic times. Stewards gained a better understanding of the critical role they play in this process.

Harney conducted a workshop on sexual harassment in the workplace. Much of the discussion centered on recognizing and preventing language and situations that can lead to sexual harassment on the job. Stewards learned information that will help them carry out the crucial role they play in preventing harassment.