IR Training
Strengthening social dialogue
Members of the IR Share team are regularly called upon to devise training courses. We deliver these either directly or working together with partners, to ensure that the training is tailored to the exact needs expressed.
Training
Inspiration
IR Share does not offer a training catalogue as all our training courses are tailor-made to meet the needs of our clients. However, here are a few examples to inspire you!
Behind the Training
Suez EWC Training for a fair green transition
Step behind the scenes at the Suez EWC Training held in Paris on September 11–12, 2024, and discover how our interactive approach is shaping the future of European social dialogue and transnational cooperation. In this exclusive video, trainers and trainees share their personal insights and experiences from the program, highlighting the innovative methods employed by IR Share to tackle complex transnational issues. Whether you’re a professional or new to the field, this glimpse into our training program offers inspiration to drive meaningful change in your organization.
IR Training Blog
The IR Training Blog shares news and insights from IR Training to support industrial relations professionals across Europe.
Where to Find Reliable Data on Industrial Relations in Europe
Understanding industrial relations and social dialogue in Europe requires structured information and reliable sources. A wide range of European and national institutions produce research, databases, and documentation on working conditions, collective bargaining,...
Suez: European work council’s members training
The European Works Council of Suez has entrusted IR Share with training its members, from 23 to 25 September, in the use and impact of generative AI on employment and working conditions. With input from Christophe Teissier, project manager at Ultra Laborans and...
Our partners
Ultra Laborans
Ultra Laborans is a multi-disciplinary team that provides support for organisations and territories in the transformation of work.
Petra Molenaar has been advising European Works Councils (EWCs) of multinationals for many years, working across various industries and supporting EWCs in navigating complex company decisions. In 2022, she established Pemota Consultancy, building on 25 years of experience in the EWC field. The firm focuses on consultancy, training, and advice in European Employee Relations and collaborates with a reliable network of professionals.
FAQ
Is the training available online or in person? What training formats do you offer?
Training is available both online and in person, depending on participants’ preference and logistical needs. In-person sessions are often favoured for their interactive and collaborative benefits.
IR Share offers fully personalised training programmes tailored to the needs of each organisation, European Works Council or Special Negotiation Body.
Formats can include:
- Trainings designed for engagement and interaction, instead of top-down delivery
- Short sessions (1 day) or multi-day programmes
- Online, in-person, or hybrid options
- Through IR Share’s extensive network, the inclusion of specialised guest experts can be invited, remotely or in person, to provide practical insights and case studies.
How can EWC ask for funding for a training?
Under the current European Works Council Directive, training is not explicitly listed among the minimum rights of EWCs, only access to experts and meetings.
The funding of training by the company is therefore dependent on the EWC’s agreement negotiated with the management, as well as management’s cooperativeness. EWCs can also in some occasions coordinate with national works councils or trade unions to secure additional funding.
IR Share can support you in drafting or negotiating training proposals, so don’t hesitate to reach out and we will help.
What languages are available for training sessions?
All languages are available for training sessions to ensure every participant can engage effectively.
The IR Share team and training experts work primarily in English and/or in French. However, due to the multilingual nature of EWC/GSN, training sessions are simultaneously translated. IR Share collaborates with professional interpreters who are familiar with European industrial relations and social dialogue terminology, ensuring accuracy and fluency.
Is certification or accreditation available after completion?
Yes.
All participants receive an official IR Share Certificate of Completion at the end of their training. This certification can be shared on professional platforms such as LinkedIn.
Are training materials provided to participants? Do you provide post-training support or follow-up materials?
Yes.
The presentations and any other training materials are provided to participants.
Post-training support is available on request.
If your organisation wishes to include a follow-up session, evaluation report, or additional materials, IR Share will gladly tailor these services to your needs.
Other IR Share Services
Sharing knowledge and information to deepen our collective understanding and develop new solutions to address the impacts of digitalisation, climate change and environmental protection.
IR Notes
Building a social Europe together
The IR Notes newsletter gives everyone in Europe access to an independent, reliable and impartial source of information on topics involving industrial relations
IR Doc
Open access library
IR Doc is a multilingual resource centre providing documentation on labour law and industrial relations at European Union and Member State level, including collective agreements concluded by the social partners at European, sectoral and transnational company level.
IR Research
Informing decision-makers
As Eurofound’s National correspondent, IR Share provides information on working conditions, industrial relations and the labour market to support the EU institutions and bodies, Member States and social partners in shaping social Europe, as well as promoting social dialogue on the basis of comparative information and research.
IR Club
Club CE européens – EWCs Club
Since 2011, the European Works Councils Club has sought to co-construct the foundations of a European social dialogue that can meet the social and environmental challenges faced by transnational companies.
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