Takoradi GPHA union holds workshop for members

The union executive members and shop stewards of the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA), under the umbrella of the Maritime and Dockworkers Union of the TUC, has organised a three-day training course for its members in Takoradi.

The course was aimed at sharpening the skills of the executive members and equipping them with the requisite knowledge that would help them to build a healthy, successful and prosperous union for the benefit of the authority.

The unique certificate training programme, which was facilitated by SAVE Foundation International, capacity building and human resource development Organisation, delivered topics such as The Labour Acts of 2003; Building a successful union; understanding how to deal with grievances; Conflicts and resolutions; Effective communication skills; Public speaking skills; positive attitude for higher performance; Mentoring, stress management, among other things.

The secretary