Trade unions in Turkey
Nowadays, Trade unions in Turkey has become a topic of great relevance in today's society. Since its emergence, it has captured the attention and aroused the interest of a wide spectrum of audiences. Whether due to its impact on everyday life, its historical relevance, or its influence on popular culture, Trade unions in Turkey has played a fundamental role in the development and evolution of society. In this article, we will explore the impact and importance of Trade unions in Turkey in detail, analyzing its different facets and offering a unique insight into this fascinating topic.
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| National organization(s) | TÜRK-İŞ, DİSK, HAK-İŞ, KESK |
|---|---|
| International Labour Organization | |
| Turkey is a member of the ILO | |
| Convention ratification | |
| Freedom of Association | 12 July 1993 |
| Right to Organise | 23 January 1952 |
There are four national trade union centers in Turkey. The oldest and largest is the Confederation of Turkish Trade Unions (TÜRK-İŞ).
- Confederation of Turkish Trade Unions (TÜRK-İŞ, founded 1952, 1.75m members)
- Confederation of Revolutionary Trade Unions of Turkey (DİSK, founded 1967, 327,000 members)
- Confederation of Turkish Real Trade Unions (HAK-İŞ, founded 1976, 340,000 members)
- Confederation of Public Workers' Unions (KESK, founded 1995, 300,000 members)
Some unions, such as the KESK-affiliated education union Eğitim-Sen, have witnessed repeated attempts on banning and member imprisonment.[1][2]
See also
References
- ^ "Turkey: trade unions, crisis, repression". www.tuc.org.uk. 2023-08-22. Retrieved 2024-05-17.
- ^ "Trade unions in action for the rights of migrant workers". www.ituc-csi.org. 2023-12-15. Retrieved 2024-05-17.