Friends of GFTU Educational Trust
Join our community of supporters and access exclusive opportunities, events, and learning.
The Friends of GFTUET scheme brings together people who care about trade union education. People who know how powerful it can be when workers have the time, space, and support to learn, reflect and build confidence together.
Since launching, our Friends have helped us reach more people, run more courses, and grow a thoughtful, committed community around our work.
What You Receive
As a Friend of GFTUET, you will receive:
- Free access to all online courses
- One in-person course per year (Gold Friends only)
- Discounted access to selected conferences and content
- Invitations to our virtual Town Hall and annual Friends Get-Together
- Access to our GFTUET Open Day
- A ‘Letter from a Learner’, sharing real experiences from our courses.
Become a Friend Today
Your regular support helps us deliver high-quality, independent, and progressive trade union education. Choose your support level and join our growing community.
Gold Friend of GFTUET – £25 per month
- Free access to all online courses, one in-person course per year, discounted conferences, invitations to all events, and exclusive gatherings.
Silver Friend of GFTUET – £10 per month
- Free access to all online courses, discounted conferences, and invitations to select events.
Friend of GFTUET – £5 per month
- Free access to all online courses and exclusive access to our newsletter.
Why Friends Support Us
“This was my way of giving back.”
“I became a friend because I value and appreciate all you do on political & trade union education.”
“The work of the Trust transforms lives and draws upon the very best pedagogic traditions in popular education to involve, engage and excite participants.”
“I know that most rights in the UK have been won by grass roots campaigning uniting in Trade Unions.”
Where Your Money Goes
Provide Access to Essential Courses: Your subscription will cover the cost for one individual to attend any of our 3-day courses, offering comprehensive learning experiences that equip participants with essential skills and knowledge.
Support New Representatives: Your support will enable a new representative to attend the Health and Safety in the Workplace Stage 1 training, empowering them to advocate for safe working conditions and protect the rights of their fellow workers.
Empower Women in Leadership: Your subscription will fund one student’s attendance at a Women in Leadership course, fostering gender diversity and empowering women to take on leadership roles within their unions and workplaces.
Combat Sexual Harassment: Your contribution will enable five individuals to receive training on identifying and challenging sexual harassment in the workplace, fostering safer and more inclusive work environments for all.
Combat Racism: Your support will provide one student with access to a Roots of Racism course, addressing the unique challenges faced by Black workers and empowering them to challenge racism in the workplace and the community.
Our Impact: Empowering Young Union Members
At GFTUET, we’re dedicated to empowering young union members through our Young Members Development Weekends (YMDW) and other educational initiatives.
Ready To Make a Difference?
Join Friends of GFTUET today and become part of a movement dedicated to empowering the next generation of leaders. Your commitment will help us deliver essential educational initiatives, industry-leading programmes, and a positive impact on lives.
Choose your support level and start transforming lives today:
- Gold Friend of GFTUET – £25 per month
- Silver Friend of GFTUET – £10 per month
- Friend of GFTUET – £5 per month
Together, we can make education a life-changing experience for all!
Your donation can transform lives
