This post provides the official consolidated text of the Polish Trade Unions Act of 23 May 1991 (Text No. 234). It is a fundamental piece of legislation that shapes collective labour relations and trade union rights in Poland. Download the Act (PDF)
233 years ago the Polish Great Sejm adopted the May 3rd Constitution This post provides access to the official English translation of the Constitution of the Republic of Poland, adopted on 2 April 1997. It also marks the anniversary of the May 3rd Constitution – the first modern constitution in Europe, enacted by the Great
Zapraszamy do obejrzenia materiału wideo poświęconego powstaniu związków zawodowych w II Rzeczypospolitej. Film przedstawia okoliczności tworzenia się organizacji pracowniczych po odzyskaniu niepodległości, ich rolę w kształtowaniu praw pracowniczych oraz codzienne wyzwania, przed którymi stawali robotnicy. To cenna lekcja historii, która przypomina o korzeniach współczesnego ruchu związkowego. Obejrzyj nagranie: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Q8qc_piZLU
In this "Ask Prof Wolff" session, economist Richard Wolff answers questions about labor unions, the challenges of leadership corruption, and the potential of worker cooperatives as an alternative. The discussion explores why union leadership can become corrupt and how co-ops might reshape workplace democracy. Watch the full video for an in-depth analysis.
This post features a video explaining why unions are important for workers. Understanding the role of unions can help you recognize how collective action strengthens rights and improves working conditions. Watch the video below to learn more. Watch on YouTube
This short video explains what trade (or labor) unions are, outlining their definition, historical background, and the main arguments for and against them. In about one minute, it provides a clear summary of how unions influence workplaces and the broader economy. It’s a quick, accessible introduction for anyone wanting to understand this important topic.
