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Education unionsâ success in improving working conditions and status for the profession despite COVID-19 crisis
Around 170 education unionists from 55 countries shared success stories in ensuring decent working conditions for education workers in an online meeting organised by Education International.
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2021-05-07
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2021-05-07
On 6 May, Education International invited member organisations to explore how unions have won additional rights for educators during the pandemic.
Moderating the virtual event, the executive director of the National Professional Teachersâ Organisation of South Africa (NAPTOSA), Basil Manuel, stressed that while extra activities are required from educators during COVID-19, it is also a good time for them to reclaim their autonomy and professional growth.