The National Trade Union Federation (NTUF) is a leading labor organization in Pakistan, representing workers from industries like textiles, garments, leather, shoes, metal and shipbreaking. Its mission is to empower workers by helping them form unions, advocate for their rights, and act as a collective voice for fairness and equality in the workplace. NTUF is committed to addressing the challenges faced by workers in both formal and informal sectors, ensuring their rights are protected and respected.
At its core, NTUF believes in building a society where every worker is treated with respect, earns fair wages, and works in a safe and healthy environment. The organization works to protect worker rights by advocating for better pay, safer workplaces, and social protections. It supports workers in forming unions freely without fear of retaliation and fights against injustices such as forced labor and child labor.
NTUF’s efforts include organizing workers from various industries to create strong unions that can stand up for their rights. The organization collaborates with policymakers to improve labor laws and ensure they are enforced across the country. It leads campaigns and protests to address critical issues like unfair dismissals, workplace harassment, and unsafe conditions. Additionally, NTUF conducts training programs to teach workers about union-building, collective bargaining, and labor laws.
Over the years, NTUF has achieved significant milestones. It has secured better wages and benefits for countless workers, improved workplace safety standards, and helped informal workers such as domestic helpers and garment workers organize themselves and speak out. The organization has also played a key role in educating workers about their legal rights under Pakistan’s labor laws.
NTUF envisions a Pakistan where every worker—regardless of their job or background—has access to safe, fair, and empowering work conditions. As an affiliate of IndustriALL Global Union, NTUF continues to work locally and globally to ensure that the dignity and rights of workers are upheld everywhere.
