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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. For example 22 trade unionist have been assassinated so far this year in Colombia.
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.
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. For example 22 trade unionist have been assassinated so far this year in Colombia.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.
Our Branch International Officer is Marilyn Berry.
Marilyn is linked into the Regional International Committee so if you want more information or to discuss issues you can contact him via the Branch Office - 01633 238339.
Click Here http://www.unison.org.uk/international/index.asp to visit Unison''s main International page to see the range of countries and issues we are involved with.