Introduction to the Global Financial Crisis Unions’ Watch
In this webpage the ITUC jointly with TUAC gathers articles, statements, press releases and opinions from trade unions on the financial crisis, its causes, the impact on society, the economy and particular groups, the responses and the efforts of states and International Organizations and the solutions, including proposals for world-wide solutions, implementation of the Decent Work agenda and Green Jobs.
The global financial crisis poses great threats to international growth and development, particularly in the world of work. Some governments have introduced measures such as national recovery plans and long-term stabilization strategies to fight the economic recession and the financial crisis. Part of the crisis’ impact is shown by the many millions more unemployed, while groups like women and youth have been particularly affected.
CSA-ACTRAV: Formación sindical sobre el pacto mundial para el empleo, trabajo decente y desarolllo sostenible
11 March 2010 Formación sindical sobre el pacto mundial para el empleo, trabajo decente y desarolllo sostenible read more
UATUC: First concrete anti-recession measures – results still to be seen
9 March 2010 While most European Governments are discussing exit strategies, Croatian Government has presented probably its first concrete antirecession measures. However, it is still to be seen how effective they will prove to (...) read more
Global Financial Crisis 2.0
8 March 2010 Recovery prospects are being seriously hampered as a result of risk of a return to pre-crisis policy settings. By the end of 2009, the world economy was slowly recovering, aided by stimulus measures implemented by governments since the onset of the (...) read more
Declaración Sindical 54º Período de Sesiones de la Comisión sobre la Condición Jurídica y Social de la Mujer de las Naciones Unidas y Beijing +15
5 March 2010 La CSI, la IE y la ISP van a desarrollar un web blog donde delegadas sindicales y las que antes asistieron a la CSW de la ONU van a reflexionar sobre las cuestiones tratadas en la CSW54 de la ONU y sobre Beijing +15. Un folleto de apoyo se producirá, que incluye (...) read more