Global Labour University (GLU) is organising an Alumni Workshop for graduates from the GLU programmes between September 21 and 27, 2024, in New Delhi, India. The workshop provides a comprehensive reflection on the impact of just transition, gender equality, migration, and authoritarian regimes on the world of work and an analysis of trade union strategies responding to these challenges.

Learning from the various experiences in different countries, alumni are poised to expand their knowledge in this subject matter and strengthen their capacities for trade union work.

In preparation for the workshop, alumni were asked to develop a case study based on their experiences in their home countries, initiating a broader discussion and knowledge sharing on the topics. The workshop programme also combines the input of distinguished experts, practitioners, and field trips with the experiences of the alumni themselves.

During the first day of the Workshop, the participants got to know each other and started envisioning the future of the GLU Network while focusing on the current challenges that the working class is facing in different parts of the world.

Prof. Dr. Christoph Scherrer from the University of Kassel presented his analysis of some of the elements that play a role in a successful industrial policy implementation.  Afterwards two plenary sessions took place. The first versed about the Labor Movement and their role in just and transformative transitions, focusing on different case studies from India. And the second focused on an analysis beyond Just transitions and envisioning possible paths towards ecosocialism.

The Alumni network is in particular focus of the GLU in 2024, which marks the 20th anniversary of the organisation. This year sees other alumni-focused activities, such as the hiring of the new alumni coordinator, the Alumni Stories series, other in-person events, etc.

If you have any inquiries regarding the event, feel free to contact the following email address: alumni-glu@uni-kassel.de