IndustriALL deepens its program for independent unions in Egypt22 julio, 2013Just before the famous historic mobilization in Egypt on June 30, IndustriALL Global Union organized two more seminars for workers representatives from energy, textile and garment industries in Alexandria and Mahalla.
Indian Maruti Suzuki workers fight on22 julio, 2013Mass rallies are being conducted in solidarity with the jailed 147 Maruti Suzuki workers in Manesar, India. Local Haryana government deployed 1,000 police to outnumber 500 peaceful protesters on 18 July.
7000 Turkish steel workers on strike22 julio, 2013Last week IndustriALL Global Union’s Turkish affiliate Celik-Is, Iron, Steel, Metal and Metallic Products Workers' Union, launched a strike in two major steel companies, involving 7000 of its members.
It is time to do what the people want22 julio, 2013According to ITUC’s most recent Global Poll 2013, the people of the world want affordable health care, pensions, education, childcare and security against unemployment. It is the task of the unions to mobilize so that political decision-makers take this clear message seriously.
Egypt – Speedy return to democracy is a must18 julio, 2013Egypt is currently deeply divided and the path forward is profoundly uncertain. IndustriALL Global Union firmly believes that Egypt’s military must quickly get out of politics and allow a speedy return to democracy under a constitution that ensures the fundamental rights of all.
ILO launch project to reduce trafficking of girls and women18 julio, 2013On 15 July the ILO launched a new project called “Work in Freedom” to provide women migrant workers from South Asia with a more secure future.
IndustriALL supporting striking Motorcycle workers in Pune, India18 julio, 2013Bajaj Auto workers in the Chakan Plant, Pune are now in their fourth week of “Work Stoppage” calling for decent employment conditions in a new collective agreement. The 1,500 employees, including 600 contract, temporary and 'earn-and-learn' trainees have the full support of IndustriALL Global Union.
Sintraelecol Women Develop Leadership Skills18 julio, 2013From 25 to 27 June 2013 a national seminar called “For a Better World” was held in Manizales, Colombia.
The fight against outsourcing continues in Brazil18 julio, 2013In the current context of social mobilization in Brazil, affiliates continue actions against the adoption of a bill that advocates for a more flexible labour market. On 17 July, IndustriALL’s Brazilian affiliates met to further discuss the struggle to stop precarious work.
Gerdau-Diaco worker who chained himself to factory gates wins a victory18 julio, 2013The action taken by a Gerdau worker in Colombia combined with national and international solidarity have led the company to agree to pay him health insurance for six years.
