The Global Workplace
In cooperation with British NGO War on Want, the International Centre for Trade Union Rights has produced a set of worksheets and a detailed reference manual for use by trade union reps. This comprehensive set of education materials comprises the 'Global Workplace' project.

The course, like the ICTUR journal, International Union Rights, approaches the subject from a trade union rights perspective. By learning about these rights, and their violations around the world, students understand the real impacts of globalisation on people around the world, and the role of trade unions in defending their interests at a local level with a global perspective, and at a global level with a local perspective. To support this approach to learning the materials include articles and opinion written by workers affected by globalisation. Students are encouraged to join discussions and to add their own experiences while a tutor leads them through a flexible course structure. All materials are provided and include worksheets, reference materials, talking points and resources - and a manual packed with background information on international issues.

The course concludes with a role-play during which students get an opportunity to draw on the knowledge that they have acquired and to explore further the motives and forces when work is 'going global'.

At present the Global Workplace is being piloted in the UK but discussions are underway with ICTUR's national committees with a view to producing the course around the world. Trade Unions can acquire a free sample pack upon request - please contact the ICTUR office.