April 6, 2009

A tool to promote freedom of association

The International Textile, Garment and Leather Workers' Federation (ITGLWF) is calling on brands and retailers to encourage or require their suppliers to sign a Right to Unionize Guarantee.

The Guarantee is an agreement signed by the employer to respect the right of all employees to form or join a trade union of their free choice and to bargain collectively without employer interference.

The objective of a Right to Unionize Guarantee is to create a positive climate for freedom of association and collective bargaining. The Guarantee offers workers a commitment that their employer will not retaliate in any way if they choose to exercise their right to freely association and bargain collectively.

Copies of the signed Guarantee must be provided to all current and new employees.

View a sample Right to Unionize Guarantee