Working Together... Conclusions of the IMF Sub Regional Meeting19 августа, 2009At the sub regional meeting that took place in Durban, South Africa in June 2008, the IMF Region and affiliates gave detailed reports on progress and development in each country. Discussion followed on what the way forward should be in IMF work in these countries. Willingness to work towards sustainable unionism is key to how IMF engages affiliates in the region. Thus it is also central to reporting on the progress of IMF affiliates in the region and discussions on future engagement between IMF and the affiliate.
Zimbabwean metalworkers campaign for payment of wage increases20 августа, 2009IMF affiliate makes serious gains for Zimbabwean workers and their families.
Taking Action: The next four years23 сентября, 2009The IMF Congress in May 2009 adopted a new Action Programme that sets out the direction of our work for the next four years. It is an Action Programme for everyone. The global IMF family is committed to working towards our united goals. Organizing, collective bargaining, trade union rights, union networks and sustainable development are key areas of work.
Secure jobs are the answer to crisis7 октября, 2009International Metalworkers' Federation joins global unions in call for secure employment as the essential response to the global economic crisis on this World Day for Decent Work.
Trade unionism in mourning21 октября, 2009The Colombian trade union leader Albeiro Martinez has died from a heart attack at the age of 49. He lived his last five years in Chile in order to protect his life and that of his family after receiving death threats because of his trade union work in Colombia.
International Machinists discuss communications for the 21st century8 октября, 2009IAMAW delegates from the U.S. and Canada met in Vancouver to discuss union communication strategy.
