Objects of the Union

The objects of the Union are as stated in our Constitution and include:

1. To secure the complete unionization and representation of all local employees in Fiji working in Banks, Non-bank financial institutions, insurance companies, statutory and regulatory bodies involved in financial services, investment firms, credit institutions, microfinance and development finance organizations, as well as companies operating in the finance, financial technology (FINTEC), digital payments, blockchain, and other emerging financial service sectors.
2. To obtain and maintain just and proper rates of salary/wages, hours of work, and other labor conditions and generally to protect members’ interests.
3. To regulate Employment relations and settle disputes between Union members and their respective employers and;
   
   1. To assist with grievances between one member and another,
   2. To assist with grievances between members and other workers by amicable agreements wherever possible.
   3. Instances relating to (c) (i – ii) are subject to the discretion of the Executive Counsel.
4. To promote a spirit of mutual respect and understanding between employers and the Union and to secure the establishment of a recognized and permanent machinery for negotiation with the Employers.
5. To provide, for members benefits as the Annual or Special General Meeting may decide such as:
   
   1. Retirement, Redundancy and Retrenchment Benefits
   2. death gratuities and funeral expenses.
   3. legal advice and legal assistance where necessary in connection with the employment of members.
6. Generally, to promote the material, cultural, social educational and recreational welfare of members in any lawful manner by the provision of educational facilities, clinics, clubs or other undertakings which the Executive Council or the Annual or Special General Meeting may from time to time deem expedient.
7. The Furtherance, by financial assistance or otherwise of the work of purpose of any lawful association or Trade Union Federation having for its objects the promotion of interests of labor and trade unionism.
8. The Establishments, carrying on or participation, financial or otherwise, in the business of the printing or publishing of a newspaper, periodical bulletin, book, pamphlet, or other publication or printed literature and publishing on social media platforms in the interests of, and with the main purpose of, furthering the lawful interests of the Union or its members.
9. The promotion of legislation in the interests of its members.
10. To use all lawful and legitimate means including strikes, if necessary, to attain its objects herein specified and to do all such other acts or take such other measures as are incidental and conducive to their attainment and the smooth and efficient working of the Union.
11. To provide protection and representation for its members thus contributing to securing and enhancing efficiency with the sectors it represents across Fiji.