We are the global voice of 12 million workers in construction, wood and forestry, building materials and allied industries
Through our 365 unions from 111 countries we stand up for:
We are the global voice of 12 million workers in construction, wood and forestry, building materials and allied industries
Through our 365 unions from 111 countries we stand up for:
From the ground up: the latest news on the issues affecting workers in BWI sectors.
20.06.2025
BWI statement on the devastating floods in Mokwa, Nigeria and Eastern Cape, South Africa
19.06.2025
BWI at the 2025 International Labour Conference: Breakthroughs on health and safety, justice and social protection
17.06.2025
ILO adopts landmark convention on biological hazards to protect workers worldwide
10.06.2025
XVIII FILCA CISL Congress: The courage of participation – bilaterality, responsibility and negotiation for quality work
09.06.2025
BWI Report 2025 Edition out now! ADAPTING TO THE HEAT – WORKERS’ PROTECTIONS AGAINST EXTREME TEMPERATURES
06.06.2025
Beyond the façade: BWI report unmasks the realities behind Saudi Arabia’s labour reforms
06.06.2025
BWI welcomes ILO’s formal recognition of Palestine as non-member observer state
05.06.2025
STRENGTHENING SUPPORT FOR ADOPTION OF ILO RESOLUTION UNDER ARTICLE 33 OF CONSTITUTION
A just, green, and thriving future with Mark Ofori on the FSC Board
We are proud to present Mark Ofori Asante, General Secretary of the Timber and Woodworkers Union of TUC Ghana, as a candidate for the FSC International Board, representing the Social South Chamber.
Urgent action: Fight escalating arbitrary detentions of union leaders in Panama!
Too Hot To Work – Action Call
As the planet heats up and deadly heatwaves become more frequent and deadly, protecting frontline outdoor workers is critical. Under the call “Too Hot To Work,” BWI is fighting for a greener, cleaner and safer future
Panama: BWI stands in solidarity with SUNTRACS amid repression and escalating attacks on workers’ rights
The BWI Presidium expresses its unwavering solidarity with SUNTRACS and the working people of Panama
Call for Action: Pledge for BWI Manifesto to protect migrant workers in an overheating planet!
Together for system change, not climate change! Heat up Workers’ rights, not the planet!
Workers' voice
We stand united for human rights, social and climate justice: every voice counts.
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Blogs and Statements
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Interviews
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Regions in action
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Feature articles
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Workers united
We work across all sectors for workers’ rights, dignity, and respect.
