• 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:

    • Climate Justice
    • Inclusive Trade Unions
    • Safe Healthy Workers
    • Global Rights
    • Equal Future
  • 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:

    • Climate Justice
    • Inclusive Trade Unions
    • Safe Healthy Workers
    • Global Rights
    • Equal Future
  • Workers in action

    From the ground up: the latest news on the issues affecting workers in BWI sectors.

  • 13.06.2025

    Breaking the cycle for social protection as pathway to end child labour

  • 12.06.2025

    863rd THURSDAY PROTEST: VOICES FROM INDONESIA AND SOLIDARITY FOR SUNTRACS!

  • 10.06.2025

    XVIII FILCA CISL Congress: The courage of participation – bilaterality, responsibility and negotiation for quality work

  • 10.06.2025

    Solidarity rally with Ukrainian trade unions

  • 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

    ILO Article 33 adopted, BWI calls it a victory for Myanmar

  • 05.06.2025

    STRENGTHENING SUPPORT FOR ADOPTION OF ILO RESOLUTION UNDER ARTICLE 33 OF CONSTITUTION

  • 02.06.2025

    Free Myanmar! Vote for ILO Article 33!

  • 27.05.2025

    Justice for SUNTRACS: End the Assault on Trade Union Rights in Panama

  • 24.05.2025

    Stop the assault on Gaza: protect lives, rights, and dignity

  • 21.05.2025

    TEUPM holds workshop on labour laws and decrees in Malaysia

  • 18.05.2025

    Africa: Unions push for respect of OSH and social safeguards in IFI-Funded projects

  • 16.05.2025

    Italian unions secure new national CBA in cement, lime, and gypsum sector

  • 13.06.2025

    Breaking the cycle for social protection as pathway to end child labour

    12.06.2025

    863rd THURSDAY PROTEST: VOICES FROM INDONESIA AND SOLIDARITY FOR SUNTRACS!

    10.06.2025

    XVIII FILCA CISL Congress: The courage of participation – bilaterality, responsibility and negotiation for quality work

    10.06.2025

    Solidarity rally with Ukrainian trade unions

    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

    ILO Article 33 adopted, BWI calls it a victory for Myanmar

    05.06.2025

    STRENGTHENING SUPPORT FOR ADOPTION OF ILO RESOLUTION UNDER ARTICLE 33 OF CONSTITUTION

    02.06.2025

    Free Myanmar! Vote for ILO Article 33!

  • 27.05.2025

    Justice for SUNTRACS: End the Assault on Trade Union Rights in Panama

    24.05.2025

    Stop the assault on Gaza: protect lives, rights, and dignity

    21.05.2025

    TEUPM holds workshop on labour laws and decrees in Malaysia

    18.05.2025

    Africa: Unions push for respect of OSH and social safeguards in IFI-Funded projects

    16.05.2025

    Italian unions secure new national CBA in cement, lime, and gypsum sector

  • Reliable leadership with Rulita Wijayaningdyah on the FSC Board

    Globally recognised for her leadership in the trade union movement, the FSC International Board, and multi-stakeholder platforms, Rulita champions just and sustainable forest development. She brings deep expertise, sectoral insight, and an inclusive approach that unites diverse interests toward shared goals.

  • 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.

    • 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.

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    Workers united

    We work across all sectors for workers’ rights, dignity, and respect.