Unity for Transformation: Policy & Plan of action adopted by the Fifth National Congress

Unity for Transformation Direction of Nepali Trade Union Movement (English Version) Policy Document Adopted by the Fifth National Congress of GEFONT 4-8 April 2009 Those who have been enjoying their rights have control over power and resources. Those deprived of their rights are also denied an opportunity to access power and resources. Unless this socio-economic pyramid is altered. Nepal's economy does not undergo transformation. The essence of transformation is to end the existing social order that protects the interest of those powerful exploiters, and establish a new order that provides social justice and protection of rights to all, not least the marginalised and oppressed.

माघे सक्रान्ति, माघी र घ्यूचाकू सँल्हू को शुभकामना सन्देश
माघे सक्रान्ति, माघी र घ्यूचाकू सँल्हू को शुभकामना सन्देश
श्रमिक खबर ७२९ (१ माघ २०८२) - Workers’ News 729 (Jan 15, 2026)
Workers’ News 729 | Jan 15, 2026 Welcome to Workers’ News — created by workers, for workers! In this episode: News 1: Tribute to Veteran Workers’ Leader The Communist Party of Nepal (UML) has expressed deep condolences on the passing of veteran labour leader and senior party member Hari Prasad Sharma Kafle. Party leaders, including UML General Secretary Shankar Pokhrel, conveyed the condolence message sent by Party Chair KP Sharma Oli to the bereaved family, honoring Kafle’s lifelong contribution to the workers’ and communist movement. News 2: Social Security Enrollment for Female Health Volunteers An orientation program was held in Bhimphedi Rural Municipality, Makwanpur, to enroll Community Female Health Volunteers into the contribution-based Social Security Fund. Bhimphedi has become the first local government in Nepal to include informal sector workers in social security, previously registering 197 workers in 2023 and 2024. News 3: Labour Coordination Committee Appointments Budhanilkantha Municipality has appointed Kritinidhi Bista (CUPPEC-Nepal) and Nisha Baral (NIHWU) as members of the municipal Labour Coordination Committee. GEFONT has extended best wishes for their successful tenure in strengthening labour coordination at the local level. News 4: Labour Permit Approval for Iraq Following a Cabinet decision, Nepal’s Department of Foreign Employment has announced that Nepali workers holding official Iraqi visas will now be eligible to receive labour permits. Workers who return to Nepal with the required documents can complete the labour approval process domestically. 🙏 Thank you for watching Workers’ News — created by workers, for workers! Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE for more labour updates and trade union news. 🎥 Produced by: GEFONT Media Team 🎙️ A program by: General Federation of Nepalese Trade Unions (GEFONT) 📅 Date: January 15, 2026 | 1 Magh 2082 🔗 Follow us for more updates: 🌐 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GEFONT.Nepal 🌐 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gefontnepal 🌐 Website: https://gefont.org/ 🗣️ Prepared by workers, for workers. Don’t forget to Like | Share | Subscribe for more labour news and updates from GEFONT Nepal. 🔖 Hashtags #GEFONT #WorkersNews #ShramikKhabar #TradeUnionNepal #WorkersRights #Condolence #Bhimphedi #HealthVolunteers #SocialSecurity #ContributionBasedSocialSecurity #Budhanilkantha #LabourDesk #MigrantWorkers #LabourNews #NepalWorkers #TradeUnionMovement #DecentWork #LabourUpdates #Solidarity
श्रमिक खबर ७२८ (३० पुस २०८२) - Workers’ News 728 (Jan 14, 2026)
Workers’ News 728 | Jan 14, 2026 Welcome to Workers’ News — created by workers, for workers! In this episode: 🔹 Tribute and Condolences The GEFONT family mourns the untimely demise of Comrade T. N. Rawat, a senior trade unionist and dedicated leader. We extend our heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family and honor his lifelong contribution to the labour movement. 🔹 Election Mobilization Update GEFONT has formed a 1,101-member Central Election Mobilization Committee under the leadership of President Binod Shrestha to actively engage workers in the upcoming House of Representatives election scheduled for March 4, 2026. 🔹 Union Organization News The National Beauticians’ Union Nepal (NABUN), affiliated with GEFONT, has successfully held its 3rd Municipal Convention in Gokarneshwar, forming a new committee and reaffirming its commitment to organizing beauticians for professional security, rights, and skill development. 🙏 Thank you for watching Workers’ News — created by workers, for workers! Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE for more labour updates and trade union news. 🎥 Produced by: GEFONT Media Team 🎙️ A program by: General Federation of Nepalese Trade Unions (GEFONT) 📅 Date: January 14, 2026 | 30 Push 2082 🔗 Follow us for more updates: 🌐 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GEFONT.Nepal 🌐 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gefontnepal 🌐 Website: https://gefont.org/ 🗣️ Prepared by workers, for workers. Don’t forget to Like | Share | Subscribe for more labour news and updates from GEFONT Nepal. 🔖 Hashtags #GEFONT #TradeUnionNepal #LabourMovement #WorkersRights #UnionNews #NepalLabour #Solidarity #ElectionMobilization #NABUN #OrganizedWorkers #SocialJustice
श्रमिक खबर ७२७ (२९ पुस २०८२) - Workers’ News 727 (Jan 13, 2026)
Workers’ News 727 | January 13, 2026 Welcome to Workers’ News — created by workers, for workers! In this episode: STUN–Nepal, affiliated with GEFONT, held a strategic meeting to strengthen the struggle committee for outsourced workers under the Nepal Electricity Authority, focusing on membership expansion and collective demands. A memorandum of understanding was signed between the National ID and Civil Registration Department and the Social Security Fund to integrate electronic identity services, ensuring better verification and access to social security. The Independent Transport Workers’ Association, Nepal (Lumbini Province) successfully carried out a membership expansion and renewal campaign in Bardaghat. 🙏 Thank you for watching Workers’ News — created by workers, for workers! Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE for more labour updates and trade union news. 🎥 Produced by: GEFONT Media Team 🎙️ A program by: General Federation of Nepalese Trade Unions (GEFONT) 📅 Date: January 13, 2026 | 29 Push 2082 🔗 Follow us for more updates: 🌐 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GEFONT.Nepal 🌐 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gefontnepal 🌐 Website: https://gefont.org/ 🗣️ Prepared by workers, for workers. Don’t forget to Like | Share | Subscribe for more labour news and updates from GEFONT Nepal. 🔖 Hashtags #GEFONT #WorkersNews #STUN #LabourRights #TradeUnion #SocialSecurity #NationalID #NIN #ITWAN #OutsourcedWorkers #WorkersSolidarity #NepalLabour #WorkersForWorkers
श्रमिक खबर ७२६ (२८ पुस २०८२) - Workers’ News 726 (Jan 12, 2026)
Workers’ News 726 | Jan 12, 2026 Welcome to Workers’ News — created by workers, for workers! In this episode: The successful 3rd Provincial Convention of the Independent Transport Workers’ Association, Nepal (Gandaki Province) and the election of a new provincial committee. Strong calls from GEFONT leadership for mandatory enrollment of transport workers in the Contribution-Based Social Security Fund. District and extended meetings of CUPPEC-Nepal across Rautahat, Dhanusha, Morang, and Dhangadhi, along with discussions on labour desks and worker registration. The 7th Annual General Assembly and 3rd Convention of the Chitwan Tanker Unit, including the formation of a new unit committee and recognition of veteran tanker drivers. The 4th Convention of CUPPEC-Nepal at the Sagarnath Forest Development Project, election of a new committee, and solidarity support provided to the family of a worker who lost his life while on duty. 🙏 Thank you for watching Workers’ News — created by workers, for workers! Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE for more labour updates and trade union news. 🎥 Produced by: GEFONT Media Team 🎙️ A program by: General Federation of Nepalese Trade Unions (GEFONT) 📅 Date: January 12, 2026 | 28 Push 2082 🔗 Follow us for more updates: 🌐 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GEFONT.Nepal 🌐 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gefontnepal 🌐 Website: https://gefont.org/ 🗣️ Prepared by workers, for workers. Don’t forget to Like | Share | Subscribe for more labour news and updates from GEFONT Nepal. 🔖 Hashtags #GEFONT #WorkersNews #TradeUnionNepal #LabourRights #ITWAN #GandakiProvince #SocialSecurityNepal #TransportWorkers #CUPPECNepal #WorkerUnity #WorkersSolidarity #SafeWork #NepalLabour #WorkersForWorkers
श्रमिक खबर ७२५ (२७ पुस २०८२) - Workers’ News 725 (Jan 11, 2026)
Workers’ News 725 | January 11, 2026 Welcome to Workers’ News — created by workers, for workers! In this episode: 🔹 The GEFONT family mourns the passing of Comrade Hari Prasad Sharma, former GEFONT Vice President and founding President of NIHWU. Heartfelt tributes were paid at Pashupati Aryaghat, honoring his lifelong contribution to the trade union movement. 🔹 The CPN-UML Workers’ Special District Committee honored and congratulated labour leaders elected at the 11th National Congress of CPN-UML, recognizing the vital role of trade unions in developing national leadership. 🔹 The 24th Establishment Anniversary of NEST (Nepal Street Vendors' Trade Union) was observed at the GEFONT Hall, with a call to strengthen dignity, organization, and planning for self-employed workers. 🙏 Thank you for watching Workers’ News — created by workers, for workers! Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE for more labour updates and trade union news. 🎥 Produced by: GEFONT Media Team 🎙️ A program by: General Federation of Nepalese Trade Unions (GEFONT) 📅 Date: January 11, 2026 | 27 Push 2082 🔗 Follow us for more updates: 🌐 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GEFONT.Nepal 🌐 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gefontnepal 🌐 Website: https://gefont.org/ 🗣️ Prepared by workers, for workers. Don’t forget to Like | Share | Subscribe for more labour news and updates from GEFONT Nepal. 🔖 Hashtags #GEFONT #WorkersNews #TradeUnion #LabourMovement #WorkersRights #NIHWU #NEST #CPNUML #Solidarity #SocialJustice #DignifiedWork #NepalLabour
श्रमिक खबर ७२४ (२५ पुस २०८२) - Workers’ News 724 (Jan 9, 2026)
Workers’ News 724 | Jan 9, 2026 Welcome to Workers’ News — created by workers, for workers! In this episode: 🔹 NEST’s 24th Anniversary GEFONT extends heartfelt congratulations to the Nepal Street Vendors' Trade Union (NEST) on its 24th establishment anniversary, with a special congratulatory program held at the GEFONT Hall under the chief guestship of GEFONT President Binod Shrestha. 🔹 Trade Unions & Upcoming Parliamentary Election GEFONT leaders discuss the role of trade unions in the upcoming House of Representatives election scheduled for March 5, 2026. The discussion emphasized strengthening workers’ representation in parliament and mobilizing union members to safeguard democracy, good governance, and workers’ rights. 🔹 ILO’s Call on Social Security ILO Nepal Director Numan Özcan urges workers from all sectors to enroll in the contribution-based social security system and calls on employers to register their workers, highlighting social security as a key pillar for protection, healthcare, and pensions. 🔹 HUN National Convention Decision The HUN Central Committee has decided to organize its 4th National Convention in Kathmandu on April 3, 2026, with preparations underway to ensure a grand and inclusive event. 🙏 Thank you for watching Workers’ News — created by workers, for workers! Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE for more labour updates and trade union news. 🎥 Produced by: GEFONT Media Team 🎙️ A program by: General Federation of Nepalese Trade Unions (GEFONT) 📅 Date: January 9, 2026 | 25 Push 2082 🔗 Follow us for more updates: 🌐 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GEFONT.Nepal 🌐 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gefontnepal 🌐 Website: https://gefont.org/ 🗣️ Prepared by workers, for workers. Don’t forget to Like | Share | Subscribe for more labour news and updates from GEFONT Nepal. 🔖 Hashtags #GEFONT #WorkersNews #NEST #TradeUnionsNepal #WorkersRights #SocialSecurity #ILO #LabourMovement #UnionSolidarity #NepalWorkers
श्रमिक खबर –७२३ (२४ पुस २०८२) Workers’ News 723 (Jan 8, 2026)
📺 Workers’ News 723 | January 8, 2026 Welcome to Workers’ News — created by workers, for workers! In this episode: 🚨 A consultancy in Kathmandu has gone absconding after allegedly defrauding over 120 people of more than NPR 180 million in the name of foreign employment to Europe. Victims have approached the police and the Department of Foreign Employment seeking justice. 💄 The National Beauticians’ Union Nepal (NABUN), affiliated with GEFONT, has formed a new Nagarjun Municipal Committee, emphasizing professional security, workers’ unity, and the importance of joining the contribution-based Social Security system. 🙏 Thank you for watching Workers’ News — created by workers, for workers! Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE for more labour updates and trade union news. 🎥 Produced by: GEFONT Media Team 🎙️ A program by: General Federation of Nepalese Trade Unions (GEFONT) 📅 Date: January 8, 2026 | 24 Push 2082 🔗 Follow us for more updates: 🌐 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GEFONT.Nepal 🌐 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gefontnepal 🌐 Website: https://gefont.org/ 🗣️ Prepared by workers, for workers. Don’t forget to Like | Share | Subscribe for more labour news and updates from GEFONT Nepal. 🔖 Hashtags #GEFONT #WorkersNews #LabourRights #TradeUnions #NABUN #WorkersSolidarity #ForeignEmployment #EmploymentFraud #SocialSecurity #NepalLabour #WorkersVoice
श्रमिक खबर –७२२ (२३ पुस २०८२) Workers’ News 722 (Jan 7, 2026)
Workers’ News 722 | Jan 7, 2026 Welcome to Workers’ News — created by workers, for workers! In this episode: The Joint Trade Union Coordination Centre (JTUCC) selects new leadership for 2026, with GEFONT President Binod Shrestha elected as President through consensus. NABUN Tokha Municipal Committee reorganizes its leadership, strengthening unity among beauty sector workers. The Government of Nepal approves labour agreements with Oman and Israel, expanding formal foreign employment opportunities. South Korea announces a minimum wage increase for 2026, bringing higher earnings for Nepali workers employed under the EPS system. 🙏 Thank you for watching Workers’ News — created by workers, for workers! Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE for more labour updates and trade union news. 🎥 Produced by: GEFONT Media Team 🎙️ A program by: General Federation of Nepalese Trade Unions (GEFONT) 📅 Date: January 7, 2026 | 23 Push 2082 🔗 Follow us for more updates: 🌐 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GEFONT.Nepal 🌐 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gefontnepal 🌐 Website: https://gefont.org/ 🗣️ Prepared by workers, for workers. Don’t forget to Like | Share | Subscribe for more labour news and updates from GEFONT Nepal. 🔖 Hashtags #GEFONT #WorkersNews #TradeUnions #JTUCC #LabourRights #WorkersRights #NepalLabour #NABUN #ForeignEmployment #EPSKorea #MinimumWage #SocialJustice #UnionStrong
श्रमिक खबर –७२१ (२२ पुस २०८२) Workers’ News 721 (Jan 6, 2026)
Workers’ News 721 | January 6, 2026 Welcome to Workers’ News — created by workers, for workers! In this episode: Global solidarity: ITUC and TUCA strongly condemn the U.S. military action in Venezuela, calling it a grave violation of international law and reaffirming support for Venezuela’s sovereignty, democracy, and human rights. Justice for workers: CUPPEC-Nepal demands a thorough investigation and legal action following the murder of union member Rameshwar Mahato Koiri at the Sagarnath Forest Project, while calling for compensation to the victim’s family. Rebuilding together: Under the campaign “We Build, Our GEFONT,” CUPPEC-Nepal contributes NPR 107,700 toward the reconstruction of GEFONT’s Manmohan Labour Building damaged during the Gen-Z movement. 🙏 Thank you for watching Workers’ News — created by workers, for workers! Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE for more labour updates and trade union news. 🎥 Produced by: GEFONT Media Team 🎙️ A program by: General Federation of Nepalese Trade Unions (GEFONT) 📅 Date: January 6, 2026 | 22 Push 2082 🔗 Follow us for more updates: 🌐 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GEFONT.Nepal 🌐 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gefontnepal 🌐 Website: https://gefont.org/ 🗣️ Prepared by workers, for workers. Don’t forget to Like | Share | Subscribe for more labour news and updates from GEFONT Nepal. 🔖 Hashtags #GEFONT #WorkersNews #TradeUnion #WorkersRights #InternationalSolidarity #ITUC #TUCA #JusticeForWorkers #LabourMovement #WeBuildOurGEFONT #CUPPEC #Solidarity #NepalTradeUnions