South African unions sign five-year collective agreement with Harmony Gold10 April, 2024In a show of union power and solidarity, five South African trade unions jointly negotiated and secured a five-year collective bargaining agreement with Harmony Gold Mining Company on 4 April.
Exploring energy transition and Industry 4.0 in the Western Balkans10 April, 2024IndustriALL Global Union and IndustriAll European Trade Union, supported by the Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung (FES) organized a workshop in Belgrade, Serbia, on April 4-5. The gathering brought together 25 affiliates from industrial sectors across the Western Balkans, including Albania, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Croatia, Montenegro, North Macedonia, and Serbia.
Indian unions fight for workers’ rights9 April, 2024IndustriALL Global Union’s general secretary Atle Høie’s recent visit to Delhi comes ahead of the upcoming general election in the country where trade unions are campaigning against the ruling party’s anti-worker policies.
Nigerian textile union conference focuses on industry revival 4 April, 2024The National Union of Textile Garment and Tailoring Workers of Nigeria (NUTGTWN), an IndustriALL affiliate, held its 13th National Delegates Conference under the theme: building union power for sustainable industrialization and the future of work. The conference took place in Abuja, Nigeria from 25-27 March.
IndustriALL is looking for an experienced human resources (HR) officer 3 April, 2024As an HR Officer at IndustriALL, you will play a crucial role in managing and enhancing our human resources functions, supporting our dedicated team, and ensuring our operations align with our mission and values. This position may require travel and offers the possibility of teleworking.
Towards a Just Transition in the automotive industry 21 March, 2024The automotive industry is at a critical juncture, facing the challenge of switching towards more sustainable and environmentally-friendly mobility. This change affects not only how vehicles are produced and used but also the millions of workers who make up this sector globally. It is essential, amid this transition, to ensure a fair way forward that protects jobs and the economy, while moving towards a greener and more equitable future.
DRC: Organizing critical transition minerals value chain7 March, 2024The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) government says the vast Central African country is a solution driven country on climate change because of its huge critical mineral resources. While unions say the living and working conditions of hundreds of thousands of mineworkers digging for the minerals must improve.
The Hong Kong Convention: what is needed?27 February, 2024The Hong Kong Convention is an incredibly important step forward for workers’ human rights and environmental management. However, it is not enough to transform the industry, which will require sustained attention and activism by unions.
Beyond the sparkle: advancing workers' rights in the diamond sector23 February, 2024Set against the picturesque backdrop of the Lesotho Highlands in the Butha Buthe District, home to the country's diamond mines, IndustriALL Global Union’s Global Diamond Network convened on 20-21 February to strategize on promoting decent work within the diamond industry.
Solidarity still strong with Ukraine22 February, 2024Today, in a moving gathering, Ukrainian trade unions and international allies commemorated almost two years since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, an event that has drastically reshaped lives, economies, and Ukrainian society. The meeting, titled "Ukrainian trade unions: two years in wartime – challenges, priorities, and further support," brought together voices from across sectors, shedding light on the resilience and struggles of workers on the front lines of this conflict.
