LGBTI workers rights | Labour Research Service

Trade union inclusion strategies that create meaningful change

Grassroots activism is helping to transform the United National Transport Union into a safe, inclusive and homophobia-free environment.

4 months ago

Negotiating inclusivity: The experience of a queer workers’ representative

by admin equity bargaining / gender based violence / ILO Convention 190 / impact / 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.

10 months ago

Using C190 to support the struggle against homophobic and transphobic violence in the world of work

by admin equity bargaining / gender based violence / ILO Convention 190 / LGBTI workers rights / violence and discrimination

What will it take for trade unions to use ILO Convention 190 as a tool for protecting LGBTQ+ workers and young job seekers from discrimination and violence?

1 year ago

Finding a support system at work: My experience as a lesbian worker in the retail sector

by Nina Benjamin discrimination / equality / homophobia / inclusive workplace / LGBTI workers rights / LGBTI+ / retail sector

“I came out at home and then I came out at work,” says Sanna Patricia Sekaule (49), whose story illustrates the importance of family support and acceptance, and bringing your whole self to the workplace.

1 year ago

Working against discrimination and homophobia in the workplace

by admin discrimination / diversity & inclusion / homophobia / LGBTI workers rights / negotiate

INTERVIEW: FEDUSA’s Social Policy Officer, Brenda Modise, speaks about the federation’s efforts to popularise its LGBTIQ+ resolution, as well as the lessons learned in promoting the rights of workers who are LGBTIQ+. The Labour Research Service supports the efforts of unions to negotiate for inclusivity and against discrimination.

1 year ago

LRS WEBINAR: Negotiating for inclusivity and against discrimination

by admin equity bargaining / LGBTI workers rights / negotiating strategies / Negotiator's Guide

This webinar is for working class leaders – gender coordinators, shop stewards, organisers, negotiators, and gender activists – that share a desire to protect and advance the right to equality for workers who are LGBTQ+.

1 year ago

Workplace rights belong to everyone

by admin discrimination / homophobia / inclusive workplace / LGBTI workers rights / negotiate

A step-by-step guide to negotiating for inclusivity and against discrimination in the trade union and the workplace.

1 year ago

14 steps trade unions can take to prevent discrimination against LGBT workers

by admin equity bargaining / homophobia / LGBTI workers rights / negotiate

Trade unions work to protect the rights of all members, including those who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT). #PrideMonth2022

1 year ago

Coming out at work: A practical guide for LGBT workers

by admin equity bargaining / homophobia / LGBTI workers rights / negotiate

Coming out at work can be daunting and risky for many LGBT workers. Know how to come out in a way that is right and safe for you.

1 year ago

A guide to negotiating for inclusivity and against discrimination in the trade union and the workplace

by admin discrimination / homophobia / LGBTI workers rights / negotiate / trade union strategies

An essential resource for trade union negotiators and activists.

2 years ago

Pride at Work

by admin bargaining strategies / Creating safe and inclusive trade unions and workplaces free of homophobia / LGBTI workers rights

A study on discrimination at work on the basis of sexual orientation and gender identity in South Africa. #PrideMonth

2 years ago

Building diversity and inclusion in trade unions and the workplace

by admin bargain / gender equity / homophobia / LGBTI workers rights / organise / workers' education

What do we need to create safe and inclusive trade unions and workplaces free of homophobia? Trade union activists who have consciousness, passion, knowledge and skills to advocate for the rights of workers who are LGBT+.

3 years ago