Unions & Worker Movements
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Bangladesh Garment Workers Solidarity
United for Workers' Rights Bangladesh Garment Workers Solidarity is an independent union federation representing garment workers across the country. Our Demands Living wage of 25,000 BDT minimum Safe working conditions Freedom to organize without retaliation Paid maternity leave End to gender-based violence in factories Our Achievements Won wage increases in 2024 negotiations Established safety committees in 200+ factories Rescued workers from several factory disasters Legal support for unfairly dismissed workers International brand pressure campaigns How We Organize Factory-level union committees District coordination councils National federation structure International labor solidarity links Join Us Every garment worker deserves dignity. Join your factory union today.
Construction Workers Union Bangladesh
Building Bangladesh, Demanding Rights Construction workers build our cities but face some of the most dangerous and exploitative conditions. Our union fights for change. Key Issues Safety equipment and training Payment of wages on time Accident compensation Health insurance Fixed working hours Dangerous Work, Invisible Workers Construction workers face: Falls from heights Crushing injuries Chemical exposure Extreme heat Wage theft Our Campaigns Safety First campaign for protective equipment Legal action against wage theft Accident victim support fund Training for construction skills Solidarity Construction workers united are powerful. Join your site union.
Domestic Workers Rights Network
Recognizing Domestic Work as Work Millions of Bangladeshis work in homes as domestic helpers, but lack legal protections. Our network fights for their rights. Who We Represent Full-time live-in helpers Part-time domestic workers Childcare providers Elderly care workers Cooking and cleaning workers Our Demands Legal recognition as workers Written contracts Minimum wage Days off Protection from abuse Challenges Domestic work happens behind closed doors, making organizing difficult. Abuse is common but hidden. Support Available Legal aid for abuse cases Emergency shelter Skills training Job placement Community building
Tea Garden Workers Union
Justice for Tea Workers Tea garden workers are among the most marginalized in Bangladesh. Our union fights for their dignity. Historical Exploitation Tea workers have faced: Wages below minimum wage Tied housing with no ownership Limited access to education Healthcare dependency on garden owners Generational bondage Our Campaigns Wage increase to national minimum Land rights for worker housing Access to public schools Independent healthcare access Freedom to leave and seek other work Solidarity Actions National Tea Workers Day Boycott support for worker demands International solidarity with other tea unions The Long Struggle Change is slow, but we are determined. Every small victory matters.
Delivery Workers Association
Gig Workers Deserve Rights Too Food delivery and ride-share workers power the app economy but lack worker protections. We're organizing to change that. Platform Workers' Issues No minimum earnings guarantee No accident or health insurance Deactivation without appeal Unsafe working conditions Long hours, low pay Our Demands Worker classification (not "partners") Minimum hourly earnings Accident insurance by platforms Transparent deactivation process Rest area provisions Building Power We organize through WhatsApp groups, meet at rest areas, and coordinate actions across platforms. Strike History Our 2025 work stoppage won improved accident coverage from major platforms.
Bank Employees Union Federation
Defending Bank Workers The Bank Employees Union Federation represents workers across Bangladesh's banking sector. Issues We Address Job security amid digitization Workload and overtime Performance pressure Harassment in workplace Retirement benefits Achievements Collective bargaining agreements with major banks Harassment grievance procedures Retirement benefit improvements Training and skill development programs Digital Transition As banking digitizes, we fight to ensure workers are retrained, not replaced. Professional Pride Bank workers deserve respect and fair treatment.
Healthcare Workers Alliance
Caring for the Carers Healthcare workers kept Bangladesh running through COVID and beyond. Our alliance fights for their rights. Who We Represent Nurses Lab technicians Hospital support staff Community health workers Ambulance drivers Key Issues Adequate PPE and safety Fair wages Reasonable working hours Mental health support Career advancement COVID Impact Many healthcare workers got sick or died during the pandemic. We demand recognition and protection. Public Health Advocacy Better conditions for healthcare workers means better healthcare for everyone.
Transport Workers Federation
Moving Bangladesh Forward The Transport Workers Federation unites workers across buses, trucks, railways, and water transport. Member Categories Bus drivers and helpers Truck drivers Railway workers Ferry workers Auto-rickshaw drivers Common Issues Long working hours Road safety Harassment by authorities Vehicle ownership exploitation Accident compensation Safety First We campaign for road safety that protects both workers and passengers. Solidarity on the Road Despite different vehicles, all transport workers share common struggles.
Journalists Union Bangladesh
Defending Press Freedom The Journalists Union Bangladesh protects journalists and fights for press freedom. Threats to Journalists Physical attacks Legal harassment Job insecurity Low wages Self-censorship pressure Our Work Legal support for arrested journalists Safety training Advocacy for press freedom laws Salary and benefits campaigns Solidarity with threatened colleagues Press Freedom = Democracy A free press is essential for democracy. We defend it. Protecting Truth-Tellers Journalists who expose corruption and abuse need protection. We provide it.
Teachers' Federation Bangladesh
Honoring Teachers, Demanding Rights The Teachers' Federation Bangladesh represents educators from primary to higher education. Our Members Primary school teachers Secondary school teachers College lecturers University faculty Madrasa teachers Key Demands Salary parity across sectors Timely MPO (government pay) inclusion Smaller class sizes Professional development Respect and autonomy Education Quality Better-supported teachers provide better education. Our fight benefits students too. The Noble Profession Teaching shapes the nation. Teachers deserve recognition and fair treatment.
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