UNISON international
Britain's economy and political system are interdependent with Europe and the rest of the world. In the current economic climate as we are all engaged in the struggle to protect our public services it is vital that UNISON works with sister trade unions in other countries and through key international organisations to promote and protect members' interests and concerns.
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.
International news
Global Day of Action: Supporting the people of the Middle East and North Africa
On 11 February join UNISON and Amnesty International in demonstrating for basic rights and freedoms in the region (25/01/2012)UNISON member presents Aung San Suu Kyi with award
Anne Stokle met with the Burmese Nobel laureate to present her with Newcastle’s highest honour (24/01/2012)Mass trade unionist dismissals in Guatemalan municipality
Adds to mounting workers' rights abuses in the country (24/01/2012)Hundreds of Burmese political prisoners released in largest amnesty to date
Most far-reaching political prisoner amnesty to date, but the final number continues to be a matter of debate (24/01/2012)International seminar York 23-25 March
Date agreed for spring UNISON international seminar (21/12/2011)US nurses show support
Rallies in six cities across US (1/12/11)End violence against women
Sign the TUC petition urging the UK government to sign the Council of Europe convention on combating violence against women (28/11/2011)< Back | More >
