Sign up for democracy
by Mehak Dugal
 

The International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC) is calling on union member and others to sign up to its democracy pledge.

 

The federation, which Fórsa supports through the Irish Congress of Trade Unions, is calling on citizens to reaffirm support for democracy against a background of right-wing populism, fake news and anti-union forces.

 

It says governments are being put to the test by a convergence of crises like Covid-19, the climate emergency, unregulated technology, inequality and the scale of corporate power.

 

“It’s more important than ever that we build trust back up in democracy and ensure transparent, accountable governments,” according to ITUC leader Sharon Burrows.

 

She wants trade union members to sign the pledge, which supports the fundamental principal of democracy, with an equal say and an equal vote.

 

Take the democracy pledge HERE.

 

It’s never been more important – or more easy – to get the protections and benefits of union membership. Join Fórsa HERE or contact the union HERE.

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