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.
21.03.2025
BWI welcomes ILO Governing Body’s draft ILO resolution on Myanmar but raises alarm over proposed ILO Office Mission
13.03.2025
As Malaysia assumes ASEAN Chair in 2025, calls grow for stronger regional coordination to end Myanmar crisis
11.03.2025
Breaking: FIFA Blocks Global Union Labour Inspections in Mexico, Silencing Workers Ahead of 2026 North America World Cup
07.03.2025
Philippines: BWI, NUBCW call for urgent heat stress protections and stronger legal safeguards for workers
05.03.2025
Breaking barriers: Advancing gender equality in the construction, building materials, wood, and forestry
28.02.2025
Kenya: BWI affiliates push for enhanced OHS at IFI-funded road construction site
BWI Action Call: International Workers' Memorial Day – 28 April 2025
Stop Deadly Dust, Protect Workers On the 28th of April, International Workers' Memorial Day, BWI continues to highlight urgent Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) issues. We fight for a living and remember those we have lost.
2025 International Women's Month: Lead with skills and power
New Traditional Women Professions: Breaking Barriers and Stereotypes
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
Read the messages from BWI's Leadership and our organizational positions on various issues -- highlighting our values, our principles, and our mission.
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Interviews
Discover our exclusive interviews offering a unique insight into the issues, challenges and successes.
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Regions in action
Find out more about the different projects carried out in different regions of the world.
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Feature articles
Immerse yourself in our in-depth articles, featuring detailed analysis and thought-provoking reflections on the most relevant topics.
Workers united
We work across all sectors for workers’ rights, dignity, and respect.
