Design and Print Union Calendars
If you are a member of a trade union, you understand how important it is to stay organized and aware of upcoming events. You may find yourself forgetting about these events, which is why you and your union members need union calendars.
In this blog post, we will explain what union calendars are and what to include in them, as well as different design options and custom features you can implement in your personal union calendar.
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Union Calendars
Continue reading to discover the great benefits of union calendars!
1. What are Union Calendars?
In the context of labour unions, union calendars are schedules or plans created to organize and manage union activities. These calendars help unions and union members keep track of:
Important events
Meetings
Negotiations, and more
Any activities related to their work in representing workers’ interests and advocating for labour rights are displayed through union calendars.
Here are some more details about different information that union calendars can help you track:
Meeting Schedules:
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Labour unions often hold regular meetings to discuss things like:
General union business
Updates on negotiations
Grievances, and more
A calendar helps establish a schedule for these meetings, ensuring that union members and leaders can plan and attend.
Events and Actions:
Labour unions often organize different events, rallies, protests, and other actions to:
Raise awareness about labour issues
Advocate for workers’ rights
Fundraise for specific causes
Celebrate milestones
A union calendar helps unions plan and promote these activities, ensuring members and the public are aware of upcoming events and can participate.
Negotiation Timelines:
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Collective bargaining negotiations between labour unions and employers require careful planning and coordination.
Unions may create calendars to track important dates, such as:
The expiration of a current labour contract
The start of negotiations
Deadlines for submitting proposals
Potential strike dates
Overall, union calendars are great for keeping track of significant negotiation developments.
Training and Education:
Labour unions can also provide training sessions, workshops, or educational programs for their members to enhance their skills, knowledge and understanding of labour rights and advocacy. Union calendars can outline the schedule for these training sessions, allowing members to plan and make arrangements to attend.
Overall, union calendars serve as helpful organizational tools to ensure effective planning and coordination of various union activities. They help unions stay organized, communicate important dates and events to members, and facilitate the successful execution of their initiatives in support of workers’ rights.
2. Design Options
Typically speaking, union calendars will contain the union bug, custom pictures related to union activity, and possibly contact information.
However, as you can see below, there are several different design options for you to choose from:
Traditional Design
The design choice for this union calendar is much more traditional. As you can see, this calendar has an image at the top followed by the days of the month.
This calendar is much easier to hang, and fun to look at given that there are several images
Non-Traditional Design
In the image to the right, the union calendar is organized like a book. This design is different from your typical calendar.
This design choice is perfect for those that do not want a calendar to hang on their wall. Instead, this calendar can be packed up like a book and opened when needed.
Modern Design
This calendar provides a much more modern design approach.
This calendar is different from the traditional calendar given that the days of the month and the image are on the same page.
It also has wire binding to allow for an easy transition between pages and a useful standing feature.
There is no right or wrong way to design your union calendars. If you require assistance in the design process, JH French can help you finalize your graphic design decisions and make the process much easier. Contact JH French today for professional assistance and advice.
3. Custom Features
When it comes to union calendars there are several custom features you can include. It is important that you get creative and design a union calendar that you can be proud of.
For some different custom feature ideas, consider the following:
Paper Quality
When designing your union calendars you can choose between several different paper options, such as:
Cheap paper: This is a cost-effective option with a basic paper quality suitable for everyday use.
Normal paper: This is a standard paper option with good quality and durability, providing a balance between cost and appearance.
Glossy paper: This paper option has a shiny finish that enhances colours and images, giving the union calendar a more vibrant and polished look.
Customizable Content
You should take the time to customize your union calendars with customizable content, like:
Union bug: You can include your union bug to increase brand recognition.
Personal photos: You can include your own photos for each month, allowing you to personalize the calendar with images of union workers and memorable moments.
Customized dates: You can even add personalized dates relevant to your union like birthdays, anniversaries, or special events. This will ensure you never miss an important occasion.
Binding Styles
You can also choose between several different binding styles, such as:
Saddle stitch binding: This involves binding the calendar with a saddle stitch or staple in the centre, creating a booklet-like format that can be easily flipped through
Wire binding: This involves using metal wires to hold the calendar pages together. This style allows the calendar to lay flat when open and provides durability and a professional appearance.
For more information on the various forms of binding, click here.
Additional Features
Consider additional features as well, such as:
Hole punching: Calendars can be punched with holes to allow for easy hanging on walls or bulletin boards.
Laminated pages: Lamination adds a protective layer to the pages, making them more resistant to wear and tear, as well as spills and stains.
These custom features for union calendars can be combined and tailored to meet your specific requirements and budget, ensuring you get a printed union calendar that suits your preferences and needs.
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