📢 Workers’ News 641 | September 3, 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 International Training of Trainers (TOT) in India Women in Informal Employment: Globalizing and Organizing (WIEGO) has launched a 5-day TOT in Ahmedabad, India, starting September 1, 2025. Trade union activists from Nepal, India, Sri Lanka, Cambodia, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines are participating. From Nepal: ➡️ Hira K.C. – Home Workers’ Trade Union Nepal (HUN) ➡️ Navaraj Pandit & Sita Rijal – Nepal Street Vendors’ Trade Union (NEST) 2️⃣ Tea Workers’ Wage Increase in Nepal On September 1, 2025, the Nepal Tea Producers’ Association and trade unions agreed to raise wages for tea workers. ➡️ New Daily Wage: Rs. 565 (earlier Rs. 500) ➡️ New Monthly Wage: Rs. 15,699 (earlier Rs. 13,893) This increase includes Rs. 39 in basic salary and Rs. 26 in dearness allowance daily. Monthly increase: Rs. 1,162 in basic salary and Rs. 644 in dearness allowance. According to Santa Kumar Rai, President of the Tea-Coffee Workers’ Union Nepal (TCWUN), the agreement will be published in the Nepal Gazette. 3️⃣ CUPPEC-Nepal Kailali Convention The GEFONT-affiliated CUPPEC-Nepal Kailali District Committee decided on August 31, 2025, to hold its 8th District Convention by December 30, 2025. 🙏 Thank you for watching Workers’ News – your voice, your rights, your power! ✨ Stay connected with us: 📌 Like | 👍 Share | 💬 Comment | 🔔 Subscribe for more updates on workers’ rights! 🔗 Follow us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GEFONT.Nepal YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gefontnepal Website: https://gefont.org/ 🔖 Hashtags: #WorkersNews #GEFONT #LabourRights #TeaWorkers #TradeUnion #WorkersVoices #NepalUnions #DecentWork #TOTIndia #WIEGO #InformalWorkers #SocialJustice #FairWages #hun #nest #training #tcwun #minimumwage #cuppec

Workers’ News 640 | September 2, 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 CUPPEC-Nepal Activities Manahari Municipal Committee, Makwanpur, held a gathering on August 31, 2025. Jhapa District Committee organized its ninth meeting under Nirananda Giri’s chairpersonship. 2️⃣ Security Worker Wins Benefits Bhadra Bahadur Bhandari, a former security guard at Montessori Kinderworld, Tahachal, successfully received his service benefits. The achievement came after union intervention by STUN, with an agreement reached on August 24 and full benefits received on August 30, 2025. 3️⃣ Transport Workers Raise Concerns ITWAN Kalanki Unit drew attention to microbus and tempo fuel problems at the Traffic Police Office, Singha Durbar. Drivers are fined for going off-route to refuel due to lack of gas depots on regular routes. 4️⃣ Health Volunteers’ Meeting NEVA held a meeting in Simta Rural Municipality, Surkhet, chaired by Pavitra Thapa with participation from Central Member Bhimu Rijal. 5️⃣ Dang District ITWAN Meeting ITWAN Dang District Committee held its first meeting after the fourth convention. The meeting decided to strengthen the organization and launch campaigns on contribution-based social security until July 2026. 🎤 Thank you for watching & listening to Workers’ News – prepared by workers, for workers! ✨ Stay updated on workers’ rights, union activities, and social justice issues across Nepal. 🔔 Don’t forget to Like, Share, and Subscribe to our channel for more updates on workers’ voices and movements! 🔗 Follow us: Facebook: / gefont.nepal YouTube: / @gefontnepal Website: https://gefont.org/ 🔖 Hashtags #WorkersNews #GEFONT #NepalTradeUnion #WorkersVoice #CUPPEC #STUN #ITWAN #NEVA #NepalWorkers #SocialSecurity #LabourRights #UnionPower #WorkersSolidarity #NepalNews #WorkersMovement #WorkersForWorkers

📢 Workers’ News 639 | September 1, 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 Hetauda Committee prepares a new annual work plan. 2️⃣ CUPPEC-Nepal conducts training on contribution-based social security in Kailali. 3️⃣ ITWAN Gandaki honors the children of transport workers who passed the SEE exams. 4️⃣ OMMS-Nepal Palpa elects a new 13-member unit committee. 5️⃣ CPN (UML) Workers Special Kageshwori Manohara organizes training. 6️⃣ ITWAN Dang elects a new 21-member district committee. 7️⃣ WHIN Central Committee endorses reports and plans for the 12th Congress by March 2026. 8️⃣ FAWN Matihani conducts an extended municipal-level meeting. 9️⃣ NABUN Beni supports Kamal Jaisi Temple with desks and benches. 🎤 Thank you for watching & listening to Workers’ News – prepared by workers, for workers! ✨ Stay updated on workers’ rights, union activities, and social justice issues across Nepal. 🔔 Don’t forget to Like, Share, and Subscribe to our channel for more updates on workers’ voices and movements! 🔗 Follow us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GEFONT.Nepal YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gefontnepal Website: https://gefont.org/ 🔖 Hashtags #GEFONT #WorkersNews #Nepal #LabourRights #shramikkhabar #hetauda #cuppec #itwan #ommswnepal #UMLkageshwori #whin #fawn #nabun

📢 Workers’ News 638 | August 31, 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 NEST (Nepal Street Vendors' Trade Union) expresses solidarity with the Nepal Kawad Entrepreneurs’ Association protest, opposing the displacement and mistreatment of street vendors and kawadi collectors in Kathmandu. 2️⃣ NIHWU (Nepal Independent Hotel, Casino & Restaurant Workers’ Union) holds its Central Secretariat meeting, discussing organizational strengthening, expansion, and publication plans. 3️⃣ GEFONT Tanahu District Assembly forms new committees under the leadership of Arjun Sunar and Moti Shrestha. 4️⃣ ITWAN (Independent Transport Workers’ Association of Nepal) Dang District honors transport leader Suresh Hamal during its district convention. 5️⃣ In Koshi Province, MP Sapana Pariyar raises concern over 300,000 informal sector workers not receiving minimum wages, urging immediate government action and reforms. 🎤 Thank you for watching & listening to Workers’ News – prepared by workers, for workers! ✨ Stay updated on workers’ rights, union activities, and social justice issues across Nepal. 🔔 Don’t forget to Like, Share, and Subscribe to our channel for more updates on workers’ voices and movements! 🔗 Follow us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GEFONT.Nepal YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gefontnepal Website: https://gefont.org/ 🔖 Hashtags #WorkersNews #GEFONT #Nepal #TradeUnion #LabourRights #InformalWorkers #StreetVendors #NEST #CUPPEC #NIHWU #ITWAN #KoshiProvince #WorkersVoice

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📢 Workers’ News 637 | August 29, 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 Organizational Expansion in Gandaki Province – GEFONT-affiliated CUPPEC-Nepal launches a campaign in Myagdi, Parbat, and Baglung districts to expand membership, train workers on trade union knowledge, and raise awareness of labour laws. 2️⃣ Philippines Migrant Worker System – With over 10 million Filipinos abroad (1.9 million as domestic workers), the Philippines is seen as a global model in managing migrant labour. Skilled workers continue to earn higher wages due to their advanced expertise and proficiency in language. 3️⃣ CUPPEC-Nepal Hetauda Meeting – The municipal committee reviews past work and sets future plans at a meeting held at the GEFONT Hall. 4️⃣ Transport Workers’ Dialogue in Sudurpaschim – ITWAN and Nepal Transport Workers’ Union hold discussions with authorities on managing Dhangadhi Bus Park and improving passenger services during Dashain and Tihar festivals. 🎤 Thank you for watching & listening to Workers’ News – prepared by workers, for workers! ✨ Stay updated on workers’ rights, union activities, and social justice issues across Nepal. 🔔 Don’t forget to Like, Share, and Subscribe to our channel for more updates on workers’ voices and movements! 🔗 Follow us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GEFONT.Nepal YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gefontnepal Website: https://gefont.org/ 🔖 Hashtags #WorkersNews #GEFONT #TradeUnion #MigrantWorkers #LabourRights #TransportWorkers #Nepal #ITWAN #CUPPEC #constructionworkers

📢 Workers’ News 636 | August 28, 2025 Welcome to this edition of Workers’ News, prepared by workers, for workers! 👉 Headlines: 1️⃣ Training of Trainers in Mongolia FES Asia Pacific organized a Training of Trainers on the Power Resource Approach (PRA) for the Future of Work. GEFONT Secretary Smriti Lama presented practical experiences, while trade union leaders from Nepal, India, Pakistan, Thailand, Mongolia, and the Philippines participated. 2️⃣ Transport Workers’ Appeal ITWAN and other organizations urged the government not to enforce mandatory embossed number plates without RFID infrastructure, expressing readiness to support modernization in the transport sector. 3️⃣ QR Code System in Malaysia The Embassy of Nepal in Malaysia launched a QR code and complaint form system to address problems faced by Nepali migrant workers. 4️⃣ ILO–NRNA Agreement ILO and NRNA signed an agreement to collaborate on migrant workers’ capacity building, policy advocacy, and mental health. The agreement was signed by ILO Nepal Director Numan Ozcan and NRNA President Badri KC in Kathmandu. 🙏 Thank you for watching and supporting Workers’ News! Stay updated on workers’ rights, training, and union activities. 🔔 Don’t forget to Like, Share & Subscribe for more updates on labour rights and trade union movements. 🔗 Follow us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GEFONT.Nepal YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gefontnepal Website: https://gefont.org/ 🔖 Hashtags #WorkersNews #GEFONT #TradeUnions #LabourRights #MigrantWorkers #ILO #NRNA #Nepal #WorkersVoice #FES #PRA #magnolia #itwan #migrantworkers #malaysia #QRCode

Workers’ News 634 | August 26, 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: ✅ On the occasion of Haritalika Teej 2025, GEFONT extends heartfelt greetings for happiness, peace, and prosperity to all sisters in Nepal and abroad. ✅ The JTUCC Women’s Committee organized a seminar in Kathmandu on climate change, just transition, and gender issues with participation from trade union leaders and experts. ✅ GEFONT-affiliated NIHWU and two other unions submitted a memorandum to the Finance Minister and Labour Secretary, demanding legal provisions to recover the 10% service charge lost by tourism and hotel workers. ✅ GEFONT conducted training on workplace gender-based violence and equality for cleaning sector workers in Kathmandu Metropolitan City and Kirtipur Municipality. 🙏 Thank you for watching and listening to Workers’ News! 📢 Stay updated with workers’ voices, rights, and struggles. ✨ Stay updated on workers’ rights, union activities, and social justice issues across Nepal. 🔔 Don’t forget to Like, Share, and Subscribe to our channel for more updates on workers’ voices and movements! 🔗 Follow us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GEFONT.Nepal YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gefontnepal Website: https://gefont.org/ 🔖 Hashtags #WorkersNews #GEFONT #TradeUnion #LabourRights #SocialJustice #Teej2025 #ClimateChange #GenderEquality #JTUCC #JustTransition #NIHWU #10PercentServiceCharge #NGCEU

📢 Workers’ News 635 | August 27, 2025 Welcome to this episode of Workers’ News, prepared by workers, for workers! ✨ Highlights of this episode: 1️⃣ UNITRAV Felicitation Program – GEFONT-affiliated UNITRAV honored newly elected members of the Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA). GEFONT President Binod Shrestha congratulated Mingma Gyarbu Sherpa (First Vice President), Jenjen Lama, and Sandesh Sherpa, urging them to work for workers’ and mountaineers’ rights. 2️⃣ Training on Workplace Gender-Based Violence – GEFONT organized training in Suryabinayak Municipality, Bhaktapur, for cleaning sector workers. Speakers highlighted the importance of dignity, awareness, and unity in the sector. 3️⃣ Labour Migration Policy 2025 – The Government of Nepal has decided that labour migration disputes and compensation cases will now be legally resolved through District Administration Offices and District Courts, as per the newly approved National Labour Migration Policy. 🙏 Thank you for watching and supporting Workers’ News! Stay updated on workers’ rights, training, and union activities. 🔔 Don’t forget to Like, Share & Subscribe for more updates on labour rights and trade union movements. 🔗 Follow us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GEFONT.Nepal YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gefontnepal Website: https://gefont.org/ 🔖 Hashtags #WorkersNews #GEFONT #Nepal #TradeUnions #LabourRights #GenderEquality #MigrationPolicy #UNITRAV #NMA #genderequality #NationalLabourMigrationPolicy #NGCEU

🎥 Workers’ News 633 | August 25, 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 NATU 5th Convention 🚗🔧 🛠️ Nepal Auto Mechanics Trade Union (NATU) – Budhanilkantha Municipality 📅 August 23, 2025 ✅ 19-member committee elected under Chairperson Anil Thapa Magar 💬 GEFONT President Binod Shrestha said: “The strength of workers is organization. The more members join, the stronger the union becomes. Only a strong organization can fulfill workers’ demands.” 🎤 Guests: 🏛️ Mayor Mitharam Adhikari 🌐 GEFONT Bagmati Province President Ramhari Nepal 🔧 NATU President Pradeep Ghimire 🤝 Members & well-wishers 2️⃣ Strategic Planning Workshop 📊🤝 🌍 Organized by ITUC-NAC & DTDA Denmark 📍 Godawari, Lalitpur | 📅 August 24–25, 2025 👤 Chaired by ITUC-NAC President Yogendra Kunwar 👥 Participation from Presidents, VPs & General Secretaries of GEFONT, NTUC, ANTUF 🌐 DTDA Head Lotte Ellegard & Officer John Paul also joined. 📝 Focus: Review past programs & prepare plans for 2026. 3️⃣ Fraud Complaints 🚨✈️ 📅 In Shrawan alone: ⚠️ 580 complaints registered against fraud targeting foreign employment seekers. ✅ 74 cases settled ⚖️ 26 cases filed in court 💰 Compensation recovered: Rs. 35.383 million 4️⃣ ITWAN Action 🚍✊ 📅 August 24, 2025 🚨 ITWAN drew the attention of the Department of Labour. 📌 Reason: Agreement between Narayani Transport Entrepreneurs’ Association and workers not implemented. 👥 Delegation: 🖋️ Krishna Bahadur KC – GEFONT Labour Relations Council Secretary 📑 Keshav Thapa – General Secretary 🤝 Shukra Gurung – Member 5️⃣ Teej Celebrations 🎉🌺 📅 August 23, 2025 💃 GEFONT & affiliated unions organized greetings exchange programs. ✨ Programs: 🌸 GEFONT Karnali Province Committee + NABUN – Joint Teej program 🚌 ITWAN Butwal, Rupandehi District – Greetings program 🎤 Thank you for watching & listening to Workers’ News – prepared by workers, for workers! 📢 Stay updated with workers’ voices, rights, and struggles. ✨ Stay updated on workers’ rights, union activities, and social justice issues across Nepal. 🔔 Don’t forget to Like, Share, and Subscribe to our channel for more updates on workers’ voices and movements! 🔗 Follow us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GEFONT.Nepal YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gefontnepal Website: https://gefont.org/ 🔖 Hashtags #WorkersNews #GEFONT #TradeUnion #NepalWorkers #Teej2025 #LabourRights #WorkersVoice #Solidarity #NATU #ITWAN #NABUN #shramikkhabar #Budhanilkantha #ITUCNAC #DTDA #stratigicplanningworkshop #ForeignEmployment #teejspecial