What IS THE RISE PROGRAM?
RISE isn’t just a series of classes; it is a pathway to a stronger Union!
Founded by members, FOR members, the Regional Initiative for Strategic Education (RISE) provides LIUNA members with a series of hands-on seminars that help them develop the tools and the talent to be effective Union advocates and organizers. RISE is comprised of four levels - BUILDER, FOUNDATION, PRO and MASTER. Builder and Foundation are open to every member, while Pro and Master are invitation-only.
A unified, active and engaged membership makes our union strong and powerful!
This three-hour course covers the history of the union and basic terms and concepts.
This invitation-only, day-long class gives participants the chance to engage in one-on-one conversations, find common ground, and practice using the techniques and knowledge acquired in the first two classes.
This three-hour course teaches basic organizing tactics and how to successfully defend against typical anti-union statements.
This invitation-only course lasts two days and covers organizing strategies, political activism, member mobilization, and coalition building. Exercises and lectures built around these themes help participants prepare themselves to speak out and represent their union.