Shaping Tomorrow: Reflections on the TUC Young Workers' Conference
Last weekend was the TUC Young Workers' Conference 2025. This is a pivotal event where young trade unionists gather to discuss, learn, and shape the future of the trade union movement. Supporting young workers is crucial for ensuring the vitality and sustainability of our unions.
TSSA was represented by four passionate and articulate delegates. Continue reading to hear some of the inspiring reflections and insights from our delegates who attended this year's conference.
Harry, 2025 delegate and previous delegate
The TUC Young Workers’ conference has grown majorly since I first attended in 2019. In a landscape where young trade unionists can feel isolated, it's great to see young people from so many sectors who are enthusiastic about the movement, and keen to understand the struggles of fellow workers.
I'd encourage any young member to put themselves up as for it - every delegate is welcoming and encouraging so it's a great place to develop your dexterity in public speaking and build your networks. There are valuable workshops which target skills for reps and activists which will give you the confidence to go back to work and build our Union.
Kacper, first-time delegate
Attending the TUC Young Worker's conference has given me a valuable insight into how the TUC works and how different unions can come together to fight for worker's rights across different industries.
I would encourage other young members to attend in the future. Every delegate is accepting and supporting so it is a safe space to gain valuable experience in public speaking, writing motions and working as a team with fellow comrades to successfully convey your point.
It is also a great opportunity to meet other activists and share some great ideas in how to effectively fight for justice.
If you are a young member and you are interested in getting involved in our work supporting young workers or if you are interested in attending any future events for young workers, get in touch with contact@futuretssa.co.uk.
Learn more about FutureTSSA and how they are organising for young members around young members' issues and campaigns.