"Empowering Workers, Transforming the Workplace for the Future” was the theme for the Antigua and Barbuda Trade Union Congress (ABTUC) Anniversary Workshop held last week.
Dozens of affiliate members of the umbrella body turned out for the two-day session which was designed to build capacity at both the institutional and individual level.
Day one brought together the TUC’s General Council to deliberate revisions to the Organisation’s constitution, with assistance from Suzan Jarvis - a legal drafts person within the Ministry of Legal Affairs.
Day two gave TUC members an opportunity to enhance their knowledge on a range of issues that impact individuals, workplaces and the wider community. Topics and facilitators included:
- Disabilities and Accommodations in the Workplace - Dr. Dwasi Tonge
- Climate Change: Protecting Our Own Space - Colin Jon-Jenkins
- Cybersecurity: Protecting Sensitive Information in the Workplace - Donte Walter
ABTUC President, Kem Riley said: “This workshop underscores the TUC’s commitment to develop its general membership and to improve the organisation’s ability to support its affiliates.”
Participants responded positively to the sessions, with one attendee highlighting the impact of Dr. Tonge’s presentation on workplace accommodations for persons with disabilities. “We need to go back and speak to our policymakers and advocate for change so that we can have a fairer environment for all persons.”
The ABTUC comprises six affiliated unions: Antigua Barbuda Public Service Association, the Antigua and Barbuda Workers’ Union, the Antigua and Barbuda Union of Teachers, the Antigua and Barbuda Nurses Association, the Guild of Antigua and Barbuda Air Traffic Controllers (GABATCO) and Antigua and Barbuda Meteorological Association.
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