Philippines: union actions at Sanofi Aventis lead to collective bargaining agreement28 enero, 2016In January, union members at French pharmaceutical giant Sanofi Aventis in the Philippines, took action in different regions of the country to end a collective bargaining deadlock. Negotiations between the local union and the company management had broken down in September 2015 over wage increases.
Miners' union and companies want to improve industrial relations28 enero, 2016The Mexican miners’ union and more than 40 companies share the same objective: tackle the problems caused by the global economy for both workers and companies. This was on the agenda when they met on 21-23 January to discuss how to improve industrial relations.
Kyrgyzstan: victory for striking gold miners27 enero, 2016A three-day strike by workers at the Zhamgyr gold mine in Kyrgyzstan has resulted in victory after their demands have been met.
Avon, ‘the company for women’ hurts women in the Philippines27 enero, 2016All across America, Europe and Asia, Avon is well known for its cosmetics and home products used by millions of women who themselves are part of the company’s direct sale agents.
Joint commitment to prevent workplace sexual harassment by IndustriALL, IUF and Unilever27 enero, 2016Sexual harassment is a universal problem, both at the workplace and outside of it. It can damage lives and careers, cause lasting psychological, social and career damage and gravely undermine the working environment.
Unions - voice of social justice in Davos27 enero, 2016Global union leaders tell political leaders and business executives at the World Economic Forum in Davos that we need to build societies based on social justice and take care of workers in the ongoing industrial and energy revolutions.
Global unions criticize Bangladesh Government over EU compact26 enero, 2016Three global unions have made a critical assessment of the Government of Bangladesh saying it is failing to comply with a compact made with the European Union in the wake of the Rana Plaza disaster.
Brazilian metalworkers’ prepare for industry challenges22 enero, 2016IndustriALL Global Union Brazilian affiliate, CNM/CUT, is addressing the challenges facing industry with a workshop and book launch on 22 January in Porto Alegre, Brazil.
Asia Pacific executive committee and women’s committee meet in Tokyo20 enero, 2016IndustriALL Global Union’s Asia Pacific executive committee met in Tokyo, Japan, on 20 January to discuss congress preparations, activities and projects.
British government supports shipbreaking convention20 enero, 2016The British government has expressed its intention to ratify the Hong Kong Convention for the safe and environmentally sound recycling of ships.
