Category: Articles

RESOURCE: The Real Economy Bulletin | Q1 2023

The Real Economy Bulletin examines real economy trends, developments and data and is useful for negotiations and research.

2 years ago

Thinking about labour provisions and the AfCFTA

by LRS afCFTA / africa / labour provisions / regional integration / trade

We support trade unions campaigning for decent work in the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).

2 years ago

RESOURCE: Bargaining Benchmarks | June 2023

by George Mthethwa GDP / inflation / minimum wages / unemployment rate / wage negotiation

This is a vital resource for trade union negotiators that want to enter bargaining processes as informed role players.

2 years ago

Negotiating inclusivity: The experience of a queer workers’ representative

by LRS equity bargaining / ILO Convention 190 / inclusion and diversity / LGBTI workers rights

Tumelo Mokoena (33) is a member of FEDUSA’s youth committee who says progressive workplace policies have contributed to a positive experience as a worker and trade union representative.

2 years ago

Six trade union responses to the impact of the AfCFTA in Namibia

by LRS afCFTA / labour provisions / Namibia / regional integration / trade

These suggestions for dealing with the impact of the Continental Free Trade Area on jobs and employment can also help trade unions in other countries.

2 years ago

Using feminist pedagogy to transform a university trade union

by LRS education sector / feminist pedagogy / gender equity / organisational development / women's leadership development

Women leaders in the Academic and Professional Staff Association Union (APSA) are inspired to incorporate feminist principles, values and approaches into the policies and activities of the union.

2 years ago

Four reasons to use the LRS Agreements Database

by LRS collective bargaining agreements / conditions at work / wage negotiation

Sharing knowledge about successful negotiations and agreements can strengthen the overall position of workers and trade unions and lead to better outcomes for all.

2 years ago

Gender equality: What it is and how to achieve it

by LRS care work / gender equality / gender equity / gender mainstreaming / inclusion and diversity

Learn what creating a culture of gender equality means for the Labour Research Service.

2 years ago

How trade unions can support Education Support Personnel

by LRS education sector / education support personnel / volunteer food handlers

Teachers’ unions are concerned about the exploitation of education support personnel, the lack of decent jobs and the violation of fundamental human and labour rights, including the right to organise and bargain collectively.

2 years ago