Recent months saw the promises of a better application of workers’ fundamental rights in the global value chains of multinational companies operating in the EU. On 23 February 2022, the Commission published its proposal for a Directive on Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence (‘CSDDD’). Not more... Lire plus

In November 2022, the EU Parliament adopted the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive. This Directive will considerably impact how trade unions engage in social dialogue and collective bargaining. The company sustainability report will contain information on their environmental and social... Lire plus

Objectifs Consolider le réseau des formateurs syndicaux sur la lutte contre l'extrême droite ; Faire le point sur les différents échanges entre organisations syndicales ; Renforcer les idées pour soutenir la mise en réseau des formateurs syndicaux sur ce thème; Faire le bilan de la première année de... Lire plus

This course aims to raise awareness about the invisible but always present nature of stereotypes and the importance of overcoming bias in order to become an inclusive leader and promote diversity, equality, and inclusion in trade union organisations. The course will familiarise participants with the... Lire plus

Workers who live in energy-inefficient buildings are more exposed to cold spells, heatwaves and other impacts of climate change. According to the EU Commission, energy poverty, defined as a situation in which people are unable to keep their home adequately warm, is a major challenge in Member States... Lire plus

ETUI and ETUC are pleased to invite you to our new workshop on the role of the Trade Unions in implementing the European Social Partners Agreement on Digitalisation, which will take place on 13 and 14 February 2023 online on ZOOM. Description The Workshop will focus on analysing the recently signed... Lire plus

Despite the legislative framework, in practice collective bargaining faces several challenges that prevent union representatives from concluding and enforcing collective agreements. Multi-crisis responses have had a big impact on the collective bargaining process in many sectors. The issue of gender... Lire plus

This is a communication course in English for participants wanting to make a difference in the way environmental issues are dealt with in their organization or company. The course will cover the main factors that contribute to climate change and focus on how specific pressure groups (Trade unions... Lire plus

Climate change is often seen through the lens of intergenerational equity. In other words, in the fight against climate change, there should be a relationship of obligations between generations: one generation should not pass on costs to another for the benefits and pleasures it is now enjoying... Lire plus

Digital labour platforms belong to the emerging range of technology-facilitated labour market developments. This new form of work has generated a completely different approach to labour relations. From legal actions to recognise platform workers as employees to the first collective agreement signed... Lire plus