May 9, 2025
9:00am-4:00pm (Pacific)
This workshop is open to both members of affiliated locals and non-affiliated locals at no cost. The workshop will run from 9:00am - 4:00pm on Friday, May 9, 2025.
English
Classroom
CUPE/SCFP
A Hungarian proverb states “Man was given a tongue with which to speak, and words to hide his thoughts.” In public statements, interviews, and social media, deception has become a norm in communications in our digital age. With so many mediums to convey information (and misinformation) how is someone supposed to get to the truth? The language of lies is distinctly different from the language of truth. It has become vitally important for individuals from all walks of life and professionals in any field to learn the intricacies of detecting deception.
This highly interactive session uses high profile media cases to illustrate the signs of deceit. From politicians to celebrities, athletes to criminals, patterns of deception become clear when one understands the subtleties of speech. We use language not only to cloak what we don't want others to know, and even use it to convince ourselves of the lies we tell.
The key to being a highly effective communicator is having a keen sense of awareness as to what words reveal. If we can learn to understand the signals that people are sending us, we can decipher them and get to the real meaning of an issue. Most importantly, we learn to ask the right questions and listen for the right answers.
May 5, 2025
CUPE Victoria Area Office
737 Yates Street Suite 200
Victoria, British Columbia
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There is significant demand for our workshops. If you need to cancel your registration, please email Rachel Naidu, rnaidu@cupe.ca or bceducation@cupe.ca as soon as possible.
Thanks for your interest in CUPE’s Union Education Program and for your ongoing leadership in our union!
In response to the health concerns of our members and staff, CUPE has implemented a Scent-Free Policy at all of our workshops. Scented products such as hair spray, perfume and deodorant can trigger reactions such as respiratory distress and headaches. Facilitators and participants are asked to refrain from using scented products while attending our workshops and meetings. Thank you for your cooperation.
Rachel Naidu
rnaidu@cupe.ca