About us

Building tomorrow's unions

Unions 21 is the forward-thinking network for trade unions. We bring together union leaders, activists and experts to share ideas, develop new strategies and support unions in facing the challenges of the modern workplace.

We believe that strong, effective unions are essential for working people. Our work focuses on helping unions adapt and thrive — whether that's through digital transformation, new organising models, or policy advocacy.

Our team

Garfield Hylton

Executive Director

Anna Marketti

Programme Manager

James Brinton

Policy & Research Lead

Sophie Clarke

Communications

Our board

Frances O'Grady

Chair

Paul Nowak

Board Member

Sharon Graham

Board Member

Dave Ward

Board Member

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