cnv internationaal 0 role of trade unions in the democratic systems
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About CNV
• Christelijk Nationaal Vakverbond (CNV):National Confederation of Christian Trade Unions in the Netherlands
• Founded: 13th May 1909
• CNV principle: Social Dialogue is the best instrument to achieve Decent Work for All
• 330,000 members
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Affiliated unions
There are also self-employed persons affiliated to CNV; they are linked to their sectoral union.
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Trade unions at the SEC
Government consults SEC – How is a smarter organisation of working hours
and private life possible?
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Principles to make a SEC work
- Political independence of members- Representativity of all parties- Equality and mutual respect between all
parties - Transparency in procedures of the SEC
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Pre-conditions for a Trade Union to function in the SEC:
Trade Unions need to:– have credibility, to be transparent and to have
the mandate of its’ members to represent them at national level.
– have clarity in its mission, vision and strategy. – have financial means to operate: to inform and
consult its members, obtain expertise and information on certain topics and to mobilize its staff/leaders for lobby activities.
– have good relationships at different levels of society in order to influence decision making.