UNISON international

Why does UNISON get involved in international activity?
You probably take for granted the right to access this website, to meet and discuss work problems or politics. But trade unionists in many other countries risk intimidation and even death for active membership in a union. Solidarity - joining together with others who share a common interest - is the very basis of trade unionism, and it shouldn't stop at national borders.

Britain's economy and political system are interdependent with Europe and the rest of the world. It is vital, therefore, that UNISON works with sister trade unions in other countries and through key international organisations to promote and protect its members' interests and concerns.

Turkish trade union leader fired by IBM

(20/11/2008) IBM sacks trade unionists in contravention of its own code. ACT NOW and call for their reinstatement

Colombia - privatisation initiative attack on rights

(05/11/2008) Hard won workers' rights set to go as Cali embraces privatisation initiative. Send protest letter now!

ACTSA Annual Conference

(30/10/2008) Democracy in southern Africa with three leading trade unionists from the region 1 November, London

Picket in support of Colombian cane cutters

(21/10/2008) Emergency picket outside Colombian Embassy Thursday 23 October to coincide with national stoppage in Colombia

Colombian trade unionists under threat

(16/10/2008) UNISON calls on EU to investigate Colombian human rights abuses

Cuba - Justice for Miami Five

(02/10/2008) Families of Miami Five to speak at vigil outside US Embassy in London on 7 October. Please join them calling for the release of the wrongfully imprisoned five

Colombia - threats to trade unionists intensifies. ACT NOW

(02/10/2008) Leaders of Colombian agricultural workers' trade union FENSUAGRO face threat of assassination - Please ACT NOW

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UNISON International
1 Mabledon Place
London WC1H 9AJ
Email: IRelations@unison.co.uk

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UNISON
International newsletter summer 2008
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international newsletter autumn 2008 (Word version)
Public Sector Unions Fighting against AIDS in southern Africa
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Public Services International (PSI)
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PSI World News

UNISON's international work

Leaflet explaining why UNSON is engaged in international work, the areas and countries which have been prioritised by conference, and how members can get involved
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