The following British Union and Global Union Federation speakers make presentations: The Solidarity Center described how over the last three months, they have been issuing questionnaires to Iraqi trade unionists asking questions in the following areas: However findings have not yet been analysed and the plan is that dependent upon the finding a programme of support would be provided for Iraq. It is still fighting against poverty, unemployment, exclusion, reduced social protection and diminished sovereignty and respect for human rights. financial and other support given to the ICFTU; supported Iraqi journalist and teaching unions, provided training and run workshops; and. Introductions by Sue Rogers, TUC General Council, Conference Chair, Morning workshops: Iraqi trade unions, led by Iraqi trade unionists. Diario Oficial de la Unión Europea, 11 de Marzo de 2004. Newspapers are obviously very important in any society, but probably more so for Iraq in its current position. The main conclusion of the conference was that Iraqi and Kurdish trade unionists need our support and our help - and our money! Female journalists (wearing headscarves) have been sent to Fallujah safely as they have sensitivity and are treated respectfully by militias. The map created by people like you! var script = document.createElement("script"); But freedom of organisation and association are threatened by terrorists as we saw with the terrible murder of Hadi Saleh. EU funding might help with travel costs; transforming anti-war activity into solidarity with trade unionists; making a video showing a day in the life of an Iraqi/Kurdish trade unionist to be shown at branches, conferences etc to raise awareness; and. We need to be deciding for ourselves how we want the union to develop. After having assessed the situation faced by Iraqi workers and trade unionists, the ICFTU has firmly committed to: The ICFTU is currently running an awareness raising campaign among Iraqi workers about international core labour rights, namely those embodied in the ILO Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at work. Thanks to Salema Gulbahar for her work on this report, and to all those who made the conference happen - in particular our brave Iraqi colleagues. Such conferences are typified in the Arab trade union world by political statements usually supporting the views of their own government to which many of the Arab trade unions are politically close. Union fights deportation of NUJ member. This prompted a number of interventions concerning: Zuhair Al-Jazairy of the Iraqi Journalists’ Union referred to a number of needs/problems faced by members of his industry: He called for the twinning of Iraqi papers with those in Britain - again to address a training need, and he also called for a greater involvement of women in the industry. These workshops will be accompanied by an awareness raising campaign on core labour standards amongst Iraqi workers and help them lobby government for the adoption of the Iraqi Labour Code. In 2019, EU humanitarian aid was channelled to over 400,000 people, most of them women and children. Back then a million people marched on the May Day march in 1959 out of a population of about 14 million people. 3 In addition, both the IFTU and the FWCUI have established appeals, for a theatre bus and for conferences in Basra and Baghdad respectively. In an analysis on 01 September 2003 ["After Najaf: The Emerging Patterns of Combat in the Iraq War"] Anthony H. Cordesman stated that "a critical mistake [was] made by ORHA and carried on by the CPA by creating US security zones around US headquarters in central Baghdad. This conference is about building practical solidarity with Iraqi and Kurdish trade unions, and by the end of the day, we want you to leave here informed about what is going on in Iraqi trade unionism and in Iraqi workplaces, and enthused with ideas about what you and your union can do. Unions at the conference will be urged to raise money for the TUC Aid for Iraq Appeal, and provide practical assistance in the form of training, material support and security. Government instructions said that one should only work with IFTU. As well as the Iraqis, the conference will be addressed by Harry Barnes MP who set up Labour Friends of Iraq and did his national service in Basra, and the event will be chaired by TUC General Councillor and teachers’ union leader Sue Rogers who grew up in Kirkuk. Iraq and the European Union signed, today, Sunday, a new agreement and the extension of two other agreements, within the framework of joint cooperation between the two parties. Tweet . buildings for meetings/conferences and organisation - these can be rented, built or bought - repairs in particular are needed in many places; office furniture - desks, chairs, filing cabinets, photocopiers or other reproduction technology - and disposables such as paper, pens and so on; transport facilities, not just for foreign travel, but or movement around the country, transport of materials and so on. tribal and religious groups that target newspapers and staff. delegates requested our support to pressure the government to implement international labour standards, to provide financial assistance and to share expertise through further training and seminars. The Iraqi Governing Council was headquartered in the handsome marble building that once was the Military Industry Ministry run by Saddam's son-in-law, Hussein Kamel. Forty years ago, the Iraqi trade union movement had a million members and was the strongest trade union movement in the Middle East until it was smashed by Saddam Hussein. After 165 days in Camp Steel Dragon the Warriors had accomplished more than 561 Platoon Security Escort Missions encompassing more than 142,296 miles of driving throughout Baghdad and other locations within Iraq! Baghdad, Iraq. Responsible for providing technical and operational support for managing, monitoring and maintaining situational awareness of networks. The future is more important than our present stage of occupation. The TUC will also be proposing that British unions twin with their sister organisations in Iraq and Iraqi Kurdistan. This will give us the opportunity to closely follow all initiatives and coordinate common actions. They stressed their confidence in the IFTU as a genuine organisation and are happy to provide direct support to them through their UK representative in the form of tickets, phones, office space etc. Tens of acres of land that was previously used by the military and security forces are now being used to build houses for teachers and their families. 5 There is an urgent need to increase donations to the TUC Aid appeal, and the TUC will be exploring a range of options (a launch was held in October, but there is no reason not to launch it again and again, if there are good enough opportunities). There is a responsibility not to inflame hostilities with an armed population - careless reporting could create large-scale internal conflict. The Iraqi trade union movement has an indisputable role to play in ensuring that economic progress benefits the whole of Iraqi society and it is not achieved through detriment to workers. One delegate asked when the new draft labour code might be passed. Trade union structures should be removed from political structures. 31 December, 2019. But clearly there is a need for materials which will help unions to function, such as: 9 It would be very useful to be able to develop a shopping list of all these materials with prices, so that it is easier to solicit donations and sponsorship (people like to know what their solidarity money will buy), develop funding applications and so on. There is also a threat from the US military, if you are seen as anti-Iraqi-journalists. Login | Join. Hence an international conference to consider how international help can best be channelled to all genuine trade unions is required. Delegation of the European Union to Iraq "A Window on the World" - Personal blog by HR/VP Josep Borrell. Our service is hardwired throughout most of the base except for some locations in Union Village which means you can use a personal router and connect multiple devices wirelessly if you would like to do so. The 200-foot-tall hotel stands hundreds of yards from the high, earth-filled barriers ringing that section of the zone. TUC's plan outlines a new short-time working scheme designed to prevent mass unemployment and to help firms bounce back after the crisis, Report: A new jobs protection and upskilling plan, The TUC produces a wide range of research and analysis reports. In 1992 a regional government was granted to the area. It also helps to reinforce the way in which workers in Iraq have much in common with workers in Britain and helps gain publicity (the latest FBU donation was covered on the BBC website among other places). Diario Oficial de la Unión Europea; 11 de Marzo de 2004; RC - B5-0195/2003 - Iraq - Apartado 3, primera parte. And that’s the task which the TUC Iraq Solidarity Committee which organised the conference now has before it as well. Jobs & Funds. The Vipers were the driving force at Camp Dragoon in improving living conditions. PACIFIC ARCHTECTS AND ENGINEERS(FOB UNION 3 IRAQ) KENYA INSTIUTE OF HIGHWAYS AND BUILDING TECHNOLOGY. In October 2004, we organised a seminar to examine the draft Iraqi labour code and its conformity to international labour standards. There were representatives of the Kurdish trade unions, sectoral unions in journalism, oil and teaching, and rival national confederations from Iraq. Most of the soldiers now have beds and mattresses. 2 The TUC has established TUC Aid for Iraq, through our charitable arm TUC Aid, and a flyer has been produced which can be ordered as paper copies or as artwork (copies will be circulated). Lastly, unions and other bodies could be urged to sponsor specific activities or purchases. To access the admin area, you will need to setup two-factor authentication (TFA). document.cookie = "__adblocker=" + (adblocker ? They needed means of communication between branches and HQ; union officials were unpaid - full time officials were needed. But they are a new generation, with a different culture. 0 check-ins. Join to Connect. Closing the Bridge would seal a potential point of access into the heart of the Green Zone. Nothing beats being a union member, but if you are looking for particular guidance on a workplace issue have a look at our workplace guidance. In Baghdad, for example, home to the headquarters of the 2nd Armored Cavalry Division, soldiers enjoy nightly movies in the world-class movie theater Saddam built for his secret police. 'British workers benefit from the rights that trade unions have won and the protection we offer against bad bosses. Responsible for providing technical and operational support for managing, monitoring and maintaining situational awareness of networks. Investment in Kurdistan was needed to rebuild infrastructure and to provide jobs and technology: not just ‘Oil for Food’. There are divergent views among the Iraqi trade unionists themselves, does there not need to be more dialogue between the unions? the lack of financial and technological capacity. Out of the chaos and uncertainty of Iraq and Kurdistan themselves, trade unions are seeking to bring sanity and security - financial as well as physical. The conference will be attended by all the major British trade unions, and by the global unions covering oil workers and transport workers. On 27 September 2003 guerrillas struck at the heart of the US occupation, firing three rockets or grenades at a Baghdad hotel filled with American soldiers and civilians. In organising such events the ITF did not involve itself in internal disputes and rivalry between Arab trade unions. In the afternoon workshops you will find out what trade unionists from Britain and around the world are doing, and then discuss among yourselves what more you can do. Donations/week. Its headquarter is in Iraq / Baghdad, then expanded to open a branch in Erbil in 2008 to offer its finest banking And financial service to individuals, companies, and corporations including consulting, wealth management, loans, special customer services. SAIC has a contingent opportunities for Senior Network Admin/Site Leads to support an Army customer in Iraq. This bulletin aims to exchange information on trade union actions and social and economic development issues. Rules FAQs Contact. A clear distinction should be drawn between solidarity and actually telling Iraqi unions what do to. Unlike the dining facility at nearby Al Rasheed Hotel, which has its meals delivered from the Coalition Provisional Authority palace dining facility, the 2nd ACR facility has its own kitchen and culinary crew contracted through KBR. However, in Iraq, we should keep in mind that we are dealing with a situation that has been described as ‘tough and lethal’. This had led to materials being translated and a number of conferences/seminars being held. Take a look at our wide range of resources. Name. Everyone here knows their history from how the Labour Representation Committee was formed when initially only two Labour MPs were elected, the Taff Vale and Osborne judgements against the trade unions and so on. Get the forecast for today, tonight & tomorrow's weather for Baghdad, Baghdad, Iraq. The EU offers jobs to citizens in different ways, it also offers public contracts and provides funding in the form of grants to support projects and organisations. Given this the speakers were asked what they thought about the IFTU? 3-2020 Call for Contributions for the European Union Advisory Mission in support of Security Sector Reform to Iraq (EUAM Iraq) - Deadline for applications has been extended until 11 January 2020. La guerra Irán-Irak -conocida en Irán como la Guerra Impuesta (جنگ تحمیلی, tr. Also why was there a need for different national centres? The newly repaired bridge will alleviate traffic build-up and allow drivers a direct route across the Tigris River. An outline of the development of the trade union movement in Iraq from 1929 was given. Natural World People Travel The American Experience Altered Images Mobile. Level. Freedom of association must be encouraged to enable social participation and consultation with trade unions in the reconstruction process. All delegates here today are invited to contribute. The glass in the windows has been replaced. We have to get this message across and increase action in their support. The US is seeking all out privatisation, so even when troops withdraw, we will be left with economic occupation. There was a change of leadership after discovery of financial corruption and of government involvement in the selection of new committee members. Finally, we plan to hold a national conference at the end of the project to provide a forum for analysis and discussion on current developments, namely privatisation and the implementation of the Iraqi Labour Code. There can be no free and independent trade unions without free and independent media and there is no guarantee of this - 'one person’s terrorist is another person’s freedom fighter.'. The TUC has a history of developing analysis and research to inform economic and employment-related issues. La Alta Representante de la Unión Europea ha realizado unas declaraciones sobre las protestas que se están registrando en Irak. Business service. Legislación; DOUE. The current project will end by next month, March 2005. Ŷang-e-tahmilí) y la Santa Defensa (دفاع مقدس, tr. 3. As groups will for better schools and hospitals. CU PULL OUT TO GV Demonstrators in front of embassy. We are ready to join forces with the TUC, the ICFTU, the Solidarity Center, and the free international union movement in a consolidated effort to help the Iraqi workers build independent and democratic unions that are capable of taking up their role as a democratic force. They were also asked about their attitude towards equality for women. They have maintained a dialogue with the IFTU and will continue to provide them with practical support. Iraq Facilities Introduction Maps Alphabetical Listing References. They immediately began training with our counterparts from 3/2 Armored Cavalry Squadron (ACS) in order to take over the escort mission. When the bridge was closed, people had to spend an extra twenty minutes to drive around the river. NATO Mission Iraq (NMI) is a non-combat training and advisory mission founded on partnership and inclusivity as well as on full respect for Iraq’s sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity. All news about Iraq At a Glance 2021 Projected Real GDP (% Change) : -12.1 Various experts briefed the participants on the main international mechanisms to enforce international labour standards. Some ideas which unions could pursue are: 6 The Congress resolution on Iraq put great stress on developing links between British and Iraqi trade unionists, and this is of course an excellent way of increasing awareness of the issues. But there is a fine line between freedom and responsibility. They were exiled in 3 waves, firstly during the Ba’athification of Iraq, later during Iran-Iraq War and finally during the UN Sanctions. Iraq has mass unemployment and there have been organised demonstrations against civil government. There was a new DFAC on FOB Trojan. Soldiers run the stores, pick up merchandise and manage the money. Unison have flown people to the UK for training, visits and meetings (this is expensive, but can perform awareness raising and link-building roles as well as training); other organisations like the ICFTU have carried out training in Amman, Jordan (and it is possible that Kuwait City would be a useful venue for Basra trade unionists) or in Kurdistan. The most difficult problem could simply be who is there to talk to? In November 2004, as part of an Army-wide effort to give its facilities around Baghdad friendlier connotations, and try to resolve the issue of constantly-changing facility names, Camp Steel Dragon was renamed Camp Honor. These contacts could be developed through: 7 In all this work, the TUC can of course advise, not least about contact details and visa requirements (which can be quite onerous for Iraqis visiting the UK). The tsunami appeal has overshadowed this more direct form of union solidarity. I am also particularly glad that so many of our colleagues from Iraq and Iraqi Kurdistan have been able to attend, as that is very important to us - they are the reason we are meeting here today, and they are truly welcome. 3. They expected the installation of Air Conditioners by late June 2004, and were working on new phone banks on FOB Trojan. An initial background on the trade union movement in Kurdistan and the areas of operation was given. The Center had already conducted programmes in Amman, Jordan and in Kurdistan and provided the following: Unison have been working with Iraqi and Kurdish trade unions and the IFTU since July 2004 in the following areas: It was said that we must respond to need, not inflict our way of thinking. We have secure and reliable money transfer locations all over the world. The Ba’athist laws continue. This has created a no go zone for Iraqis and has allowed the attackers to push the US into a fortress that tends to separate U.S. personnel from the Iraqis. Check exchange rates, send cash abroad and more. Some sociologists conjecture that without unions, workers’ anger can be particularly open to mobilisation by extremist agendas. Iraq–Russia relations (Russian: Российско–иракские отношения, Arabic: العلاقات الروسية العراقية ‎) is the bilateral relationship between Iraq and Russia and, prior to Russia's independence, between Iraq and the Soviet Union.The current Ambassador to Russia is Haidar Hadi … The facility has a seating capacity of 500 with a turnaround capacity to serve 2,000 personnel for breakfast, lunch or dinner. "They will last longer if we take care of them." Contracted by Kellogg, Brown and Root Services, the modular building was trucked into the area in sections and pieced together like a jigsaw puzzle. there will shortly be 28 TV channels operating inside Iraq but Iraq doesn’t have the number of trained people available to support this level of activity - therefore there was a vocational training need. Eight Iraqi trade unionists addressed the conference and led the first three workshops; they described the current situation in Iraq and called for solidarity and support from British trade unions to rebuild the Iraqi trade union movement. Iraq War, conflict in Iraq (2003–11) that consisted of two phases: a conventionally fought war in March–April 2003, in which a combined force of troops primarily from the United States and Great Britain invaded Iraq and defeated Iraqi military forces, and a second phase consisting of a U.S.-led occupation of Iraq. 4 As well as direct donations from unions, it is possible to raise funds through individual member donations (especially via the TUC website), branch donations (depending on union rules) and collections at branch meetings, workplaces and union events. Successively headquarters for Multi-National Force - Iraq and United States Forces - Iraq. Our three -day move north to Baghdad, Iraq was very successful. VLEX-24936091 But this was beginning to break down in the conferences the ITF had held in the region with an increasing weight being given to such industrial matters such as privatisation. literature - there is a need for training literature and reference works for activists an officials, and leaflets, recruitment material, bulletins and so on for members - obviously this needs to be in Arabic or other languages than English. One can provide different types of support, such as money so they can buy equipment, ICT parts which are cheaper there or in the form of education and training. It was noted that language would be a barrier to providing direct training. Contrary to popular belief, the International Zone was lush and tropical with very little humidity. ¡Informate Ya! IRAN’S INFLUENCE COULD DEEPEN. He said the region was safe for people to visit and encouraged people to come as tourists, as investment was badly needed and unemployment was high. The general feeling of UK delegates was that we should be prepared to work with any bona fide representatives of Iraqi labour. - to recreate one of the most vibrant trade union movements ever to come out of the Middle East. But without a democratic and independent trade union movement, the Iraq we all envision will be unattainable. Video: International Human Rights and Victory Day. The Federation formed openly and was able to operate without interference. Organising in Kurdistan was not only for Kurds. Because we have managed to assemble so many trade unionists from Iraq and Iraqi Kurdistan, it would take too long to hear from them all in plenary, so we have arranged a series of workshops before lunch. The ICFTU calls on the Iraqi government to respect core labour standards. Thank you very much for having invited me to this conference in solidarity with the workers of Iraq. It was said that it was difficult to engage with parts of the Iraqi trade union movement simply because of the lack of infrastructure in the ground. The time needed to obtain visas’ for delegates was another problem. As usual the soldiers of Bravo Battery were fully prepared, ready, and excited to do so. Americans were walling themselves in, mentally and emotionally, as well as physically. Loading EEAS Articles... Press . Membership stands at 100,000 (card holders). Iraq Facilities Introduction Maps Alphabetical Listing References. We will publish a final report including interventions and outcomes which will be disseminated via the electronic bulletin on Iraqi trade unions. Todas las noticias sobre Irak -Argentina en LA NACION - Noticias actualizadas las 24hs. Donations. Soldiers had a free laundry service on the FOB as well as several telephones available for as low as 10 cents a minute. The union had shed its Ba’athist association post-Saddam. The TUC Iraq Solidarity Committee has the following membership and terms of reference, Want to hear about our latest news and blogs? Welcome, to the USWiCom Broadband Internet service. Rail services and other mass public transit are often not an option, meaning that unions need vehicles and petrol and maintenance; organisers’ salaries - obviously it would be preferable for unions in Iraq to raise their own funds for expenditure like this, to avoid becoming dependent, but we need to recognise that the movement needs rebuilding, and a certain amount of pump priming would be valuable; communication technology - mobile phones, fax machines, computers (laptop and desktop, including for membership records), modems and so on; and. It is […] The TUC held a conference on 14 February 2005 which brought the British trade union movement into direct contact with a wide range of trade unionists from Iraq. The Green Zone appears under siege, with barriers, high concrete walls and checkpoints. EU Member States have committed themselves to a Common Foreign Security Policy for the European Union. They highlighted their needs in terms of financial support, training for union representatives and leaders, and advice on recruitment, tackling unemployment and privatisation. var setNptTechAdblockerCookie = function(adblocker) { Though the Kurdistan Islamic Union won 5 seats in the new parliament, the KA retained the majority of its share of the vote in Kurdistan. Conclusions and future activity: Sue Rogers, Keith Sonnet and Owen Tudor, TUC. By late January 2004 engineers from the 1st Armored Division were midway through an $800 million project to build half a dozen camps for the incoming 1st Cavalry Division. There has been two-fold struggle, first a national struggle against the British and later a social struggle for better conditions. This can receive funds through cheques, bank transfers, credit card and cash. Although ICEM takes the view that it was too early to affiliate unions in Iraq they are prepared to work with anyone that can demonstrate an industrial structure and who can show real representation in the workplace. encouraging local activists and organisations to run workplace or branch collections, quiz nights, socials and so on. The International Zone was also home to Saddam's man-eating lions, which have since been moved to the Iraqi National Zoo. Report this profile; About. to liaise with and give practical support to trade unions in all parts of Iraq; to promote the TUC Aid for Iraq appeal within unions and to a wider public; to oversee TUC and union practical solidarity work with Iraqi and Kurdish trade unionists, including promoting links, especially with women’s organisations; and. Amaya underlined the sheer difficulties of operating in an environment where the security situation was so bad. They also recently received beds for all soldiers on the FOB and have wall lockers coming in. 06-01-2020 17:30:02 ZULU. The new dining facility also serves nearby soldiers of the 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 1st Armored Division and attached personnel, such as civil affairs units. Get Directions +46 8 500 011 22. www.ibmu.se. This morning we will concentrate on the first part of that, because people will want to hear from our Iraqi colleagues and others about the situation. Find a Western Union® agent location in Baghdad Governorate where you can send international money transfers, money orders, bill payments and more! The movement was being built across Iraq and embraced all cities and all workers. The eight Iraqis come from three union confederations in Baghdad, the Basra oil workers’ union, the teachers’ association and journalists’ union of Iraq and the Kurdistan Workers’ Syndicate. The speakers were asked if they had they expelled all elements of former regime and in what ways were they new organisations? VATICAN CITY - Pope Francis will make the first visit by a pope to Iraq next March, the Vatican said on Monday, a risky four-day trip that has eluded his The following are also priorities: The general election was referred to as the ‘scent of democracy and liberty’. We have pressured the coalition forces and the interim government to ensure labour issues are fully taken into consideration in the reconstruction process and are consistent with international labour standards. In using Iraqi journalists, News Agencies where not providing them with insurance nor providing adequate security; and. an understanding that it is workers’ responsibility, rather than government’s, to organise workers; Jim Catterson, International Federation of Chemical, Energy, Mine and General Workers’ Unions (ICEM). 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