WELCOME at the General Workers’ Union
Our Objectives Founded on 5th October 1943 Dynamic Organization Promote workers’ collective rights to ensure their social and economic well-being through better working and living conditions. The GWU is driven by the principle of socialjustice.
Our Objectives The GWU seeks to achieve: A social and just system that guarantees a sustainable standard of living free from constraints. Decent work as a primary basic need, which includes equal opportunities for everyone irrespective of gender, religion, race and political orientation. The workers' right to choice of employment.
. . . continue Security of employment, wages, rights and conditions that their employment entitles them to. A risk-free working environment. The right to representation and consultation in all labour related issues
Central Administration Sections’ General Conference Our Main Structure National Congress National Council Central Administration Sections’ General Conference Delegates Members
Central Administration President Vice-President Secretary General Deputy General Secretary (Sections & Administrations) Deputy General Secretary (International & Education)
Our Sections Chemical and Energy Government and Public Entities Hospitality and Foods Manufacturing and SMEs Maritime and Aviation Metal and Construction Professionals, Finance and Services Technology, Electronics and Communications
Strengths Experience of over 50 years in Trade Unionism Members of the MCESD Largest Union on the Island Representation in every sector Provide legal assistance to members
Weaknesses A Left Union dealing directly with a Right inclined Government Limited female representation in our Council Decline of membership due to redundancies
Opportunities New sectors seeking assistance from our Union experts Provide life long learning assistance International and local exposure to all representatives and members
Threats Redundancies Struggling with the implementation of EU Legislations Employers taking advantage of the present situation