Workers’ News 626 | 17 August 2025 👋 Welcome to Workers’ News – a program created by workers, for workers! GEFONT (General Federation of Nepalese Trade Unions) continues to raise the voice of workers and advocate for their rights across the nation. Headlines of this episode: 1️⃣ CPN (UML) Labour Special District Committee holds extended meeting at GEFONT Hall. 2️⃣ NABUN Kathmandu conducts skill enhancement training for beauticians. 3️⃣ 35 security guards from Purbanchal University join GEFONT. 4️⃣ Nepal Embassy in Kuwait issues notice after toxic alcohol kills Nepalis. 5️⃣ Support provided for the education of transport worker Mukti Bhujel’s daughter. 6️⃣ Birendranagar Municipality organizes interaction on contribution-based social security. 7️⃣ NEVA Panauti forms a 7-member municipal committee under Kalpana Thapa. Stay connected with Workers’ News for updates on workers’ rights, struggles, and achievements. 👉 Don’t forget to Like, Comment, Share, and Subscribe for more episodes! 🔗 Follow us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GEFONT.Nepal YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gefontnepal Website: https://gefont.org/ #GEFONT #WorkersNews #Nepal #TradeUnion #LabourRights #SocialSecurity #gefontnews #shramikkhabar #uml #wsdc #nabun #training #koshi #kuwait #migrantworkers #itwan #birendranagar #neva

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Workers’ News 625 | 15 August 2025 👋 Welcome to Workers’ News – a program created by workers, for workers! GEFONT (General Federation of Nepalese Trade Unions) continues to raise the voice of workers and advocate for their rights across the nation. In this episode: 1️⃣ UNITRAV Social Dialogue on Social Security — GEFONT President Binod Shrestha calls for mandatory contribution-based social security in the mountaineering sector and stresses the importance of cooperation between NMA and UNITRAV. 2️⃣ NEVA Advocacy in Surkhet — Nepal Health Volunteers Association urges Birendranagar Municipality to enroll health volunteers in the Social Security Fund. 3️⃣ NABUN Teej Gathering — Beauticians’ union celebrates Haritalika Teej in Siddharthanagar. 4️⃣ NEST Special Teej Program — Street vendors’ union organizes a festive gathering in Pathari Shanishchare. 5️⃣ CUPPEC-Nepal Makwanpur Meeting — District committee passes annual plan and launches a municipality-focused organizational strengthening campaign. 📌 About Workers’ News: Workers’ News brings you timely updates on labour rights, union activities, and social security matters from across Nepal. 🔗 Follow us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GEFONT.Nepal YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gefontnepal Website: https://gefont.org/ 🗣️ Thank you for watching and supporting Workers’ News—where workers’ voices matter. 🔔 Don’t forget to Like, Comment, and Subscribe for more updates! 📌 Stay informed. Stay empowered. #GEFONT #WorkersNews #NepalWorkers #TradeUnion #SocialSecurity #MountaineeringNepal #NABUN #UNITRAV #NEST #CUPPEC #NEVA #Teej2025

Workers’ News 624 | 14 August 2025 👋 Welcome to Workers’ News – a program created by workers, for workers! GEFONT (General Federation of Nepalese Trade Unions) continues to raise the voice of workers and advocate for their rights across the nation. In this episode: 1️⃣ GEFONT Publicity & Publication Department’s 8th Meeting — Plans to implement the 12th National Congress Delegate Council decisions. Oath-taking of newly appointed member Amar Dhoj Lama. 2️⃣ Recognition of Occupational Diseases — The Ministry of Labour grants legal status to work-related diseases as per Labour Regulations 2018, ensuring health rights for millions of workers and greater employer accountability. 3️⃣ Training on Social Security & Climate Change — CUPPEC–Nepal organizes programs in Jhapa and Butwal addressing climate change impacts, social security, and grievance handling. 4️⃣ Dhankuta Transport Workers’ Planning Workshop — Sets membership expansion, renewal, and road safety plans. Mayor of Dhankuta pledges NPR 100,000 for the new ITWAN Koshi Province office building. 🔔 Subscribe for more updates: Subscribe Here 🌐 Follow us on social media: 🌐 Website: https://gefont.org/ 📘 Facebook: / gefont.nepall ▶️ YouTube: / @gefontnepal 🗣️ Thank you for watching and supporting Workers’ News—where workers’ voices matter. 🔔 Don’t forget to Like, Comment, and Subscribe for more updates! 📌 Stay informed. Stay empowered. #GEFONT #WorkersNews #NepalWorkers #OccupationalHealth #SocialSecurity #ClimateChange #RoadSafety #TradeUnion #ITWAN #CUPPEC

Workers’ News 623 | 13 August 2025 👋 Welcome to Workers’ News – a program created by workers, for workers! GEFONT (General Federation of Nepalese Trade Unions) continues to raise the voice of workers and advocate for their rights across the nation. In this episode: 1️⃣ 25th International Youth Day – GEFONT Youth Committee’s interaction program on “Rights of Young Workers, Far-Right and Populist Provocations”. GEFONT President Binod Shrestha inspires youth to lead in solving labour market challenges with truth and justice. 2️⃣ GEFONT Gokarneshwar Municipality Committee – Submission of a memorandum to Deputy Mayor Sannanani Lama demanding the establishment of a Labour Desk for better worker registration, dispute resolution, and access to services. 3️⃣ Nepali Workers in UAE – The Embassy of Nepal in UAE to resume labour approval verification services from 18 August 2025 for eligible workers in Abu Dhabi. 🔔 Subscribe for more updates: Subscribe Here 🌐 Follow us on social media: 🌐 Website: https://gefont.org/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GEFONT.Nepall ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gefontnepal 🗣️ Thank you for watching and supporting Workers’ News—where workers’ voices matter. 🔔 Don’t forget to Like, Comment, and Subscribe for more updates! 💬 Stay informed. Stay united. Stay strong! 📌 Stay informed. Stay empowered. #GEFONT #WorkersNews #NepalWorkers #InternationalYouthDay #LabourRights #UAE #SocialSecurityFund #YouthEmpowerment #TradeUnion

🎉 Happy International Youth Day 2025! 🎉 On 12 August 2025, the Youth Committee of the General Federation of Nepalese Trade Unions (GEFONT) extends heartfelt greetings to all youth, both in Nepal and abroad. 🌍💙 Since being declared by the United Nations (UN) in 1999 and first celebrated in 2000, International Youth Day has been a global call to: ✅ Raise awareness about the rights and needs of youth ✅ Recognize youth contributions in social, political, economic, and environmental fields ✅ Highlight youth-related problems and challenges ✅ Promote youth empowerment and access to opportunities ✅ Encourage youth participation in peace, equality, employment, and education 📢 This year, GEFONT is marking the day with an interaction program on young workers’ rights and discussions on far-right & populist provocative topics. 💪 Let’s work together for youth rights, empowerment, and a better future! #InternationalYouthDay #GEFONT #YouthEmpowerment #Nepal #YouthRights #WorkersRights #Equality #Peace #Employment #Education 📌 Connect with GEFONT: 🌐 Website: www.gefont.org 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GEFONT.Nepal ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gefontnepal 🔔 Subscribe for more updates on workers’ rights & youth empowerment!

📢 Workers’ News 622 | 12 August 2025 📢 👋 Welcome to Workers’ News – a program created by workers, for workers! GEFONT (General Federation of Nepalese Trade Unions) continues to raise the voice of workers and advocate for their rights across the nation. In this episode: 🗓️ International Youth Day 2025 (12 August) GEFONT and its Youth Committee send warm greetings to all young workers inside and outside Nepal. 📋 WHIN Madhesh Province Committee Meeting (8 August 2025) The 21st meeting finalized the one-year work plan. The Madhesh Province Women’s Committee decided to celebrate Haritalika Teej on 16 August 2025. 🎭 Art and Entertainment Trade Union Nepal (ARTUN) Meeting (9 August 2025) Passed a new work plan and nominated four new central members. 🚑 Tribute to Bina Pandey The body of Bina Pandey, who died in a road accident in Japan, was brought back to Nepal on 10 August 2025, through GEFONT’s initiative. 🙏 Thank you for watching and supporting Workers’ News — created by workers, for workers! 🔔 Subscribe for more updates: Subscribe Here 🌐 Follow us on social media: 🌐 Website: www.gefont.org 📘 Facebook: facebook.com/GEFONT.Nepal ▶️ YouTube: youtube.com/@gefontnepal 🗣️ Thank you for watching and supporting Workers’ News—where workers’ voices matter. 🔔 Don’t forget to Like, Comment, and Subscribe for more updates! 💬 Stay informed. Stay united. Stay strong! #InternationalYouthDay #GEFONT #YouthEmpowerment #Nepal #YouthRights #WorkersRights #Equality #Peace #Employment #education #whin #artun #japan #accident #shramikkhabar #workersnews #tajakhabar #samachar

Workers’ News 621 | 11 August 2025 Welcome to Workers’ News – a program created by workers, for workers! GEFONT (General Federation of Nepalese Trade Unions) continues to raise the voice of workers and advocate for their rights across the nation. In this episode: 1️⃣ GEFONT Kathmandu Cadre Gathering – Highlights from the 10 August program at GEFONT School, Anamnagar, with President Binod Shrestha, focusing on the transformation of the labour movement in the changing world of work. 2️⃣ RUN 2nd Anniversary in Chitwan – Greetings exchange and Deepawali ceremony organized by Riders Union Nepal. 3️⃣ Haritalika Teej Celebration in Bharatpur – NABUN Bharatpur Committee’s program emphasizing women’s unity, self-respect, and professional rights. 4️⃣ Flood Relief Support – CUPPEC-Nepal provides financial assistance to flood-affected member Durga Prasad Neupane in Kavre. 📌 Follow GEFONT Nepal for more updates: Facebook: / gefont.nepal Website: https://gefont.org/ 🗣️ Thank you for watching and supporting Workers’ News—where workers’ voices matter. 🔔 Don’t forget to Like, Comment, and Subscribe for more updates! 💬 Stay informed. Stay united. Stay strong! #GEFONT #WorkersNews #LabourMovement #NepalUnions #WorkersRights #TradeUnionNews #kathmandu #RUN #NABUN #CUPPEC

Workers’ News 620 | 10 August 2025 Welcome to Workers’ News – a program created by workers, for workers! GEFONT (General Federation of Nepalese Trade Unions) continues to raise the voice of workers and advocate for their rights across the nation. Headlines: 1️⃣ Tea Workers’ Minimum Wage Nears Final Decision – Tea Producers’ Association and workers’ representatives request more time to finalize rates. 2️⃣ GEFONT Marks RUN’s 2nd Anniversary – President Binod Shrestha reaffirms commitment to legal recognition and protection of digital platform workers. 3️⃣ UNITRAV & NMA Elections – Interaction program on tourism workers’ social security and future collaboration. 4️⃣ NEST Belbari Committee Elected – 11-member municipal committee formed under Subash Rai. 5️⃣ Justice for CUPPEC-Nepal Member – Assault victim Suran Rai receives NPR 150,000 compensation. 6️⃣ ITWAN's Updates – Dang Convention date set; Bagmati Province work plan prepared. 📌 Follow GEFONT Nepal for more updates: Facebook: / gefont.nepal Website: https://gefont.org/ 🗣️ Thank you for watching and supporting Workers’ News—where workers’ voices matter. 🔔 Don’t forget to Like, Comment, and Subscribe for more updates! #WorkersNews #GEFONT #RUN #UNITRAV #NEST #CUPPEC #TeaWorkers #DigitalWorkers #LaborRightsNepal #TradeUnionsNepal #ILO #TCWUN

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