The University of Tulsa is committed to fairness, inclusivity, and respect for labor rights, recognize unions, and promote labor rights, including freedom of association and collective bargaining, for all members of their community, including women and international staff. Here are common steps that the university hopes to achieve this:
1. Policy Development and Implementation:
- Develop written policies and procedures that explicitly recognize the rights of all university employees, including women and international staff, to join unions, engage in collective bargaining, and exercise freedom of association.
2. Non-Discrimination and Equal Treatment:
- Ensure that university policies and labor agreements explicitly prohibit discrimination on the basis of gender, nationality, or any other protected characteristic.
- Promote equal treatment and opportunities for all employees, regardless of their background.
3. Engagement with Labor Unions:
- Establish channels of communication and collaboration with labor unions that represent university employees.
- Encourage open dialogue and negotiation processes that include representatives from diverse backgrounds.
4. Labor Agreements:
- Negotiate and maintain labor agreements or collective bargaining agreements that protect the rights and interests of all employees.
- Address issues related to working conditions, wages, benefits, and grievance procedures.
5. Grievance Mechanisms:
- Implement grievance mechanisms that provide a fair and accessible process for addressing workplace concerns and disputes, including those related to labor rights.
- Ensure that employees are aware of these mechanisms and how to utilize them.
6. Training and Awareness:
- Conduct training programs and workshops for university staff, including supervisors and administrators, to promote understanding of labor rights and diversity and inclusion.
- Emphasize the importance of respecting freedom of association and collective bargaining.
7. Inclusivity and Representation:
- Encourage diversity in leadership positions within labor unions and employee associations.
- Promote the representation of women, international staff, and other underrepresented groups in labor negotiations and decision-making processes.
8. Transparent Reporting:
- Publish annual reports or statements that detail the university’s efforts to support labor rights, diversity, and inclusion.
- Share information about collective bargaining outcomes, labor agreements, and progress made in fostering an inclusive work environment.
9. International Staff Support:
- Provide support services for international staff, such as assistance with visa and work permit issues, language support, and cultural integration programs.
- Ensure that international staff have equal access to labor rights protections.
10. Review and Evaluation:
- Periodically review and assess the effectiveness of labor rights policies and practices.
- Seek input from employees and labor unions to identify areas for improvement.
11. Compliance with Laws and Standards:
- Ensure that university policies and practices are aligned with relevant labor laws and international labor standards.
12. Collaboration with External Organizations:
- Collaborate with external organizations, such as labor rights advocacy groups and women’s rights organizations, to promote and protect labor rights and gender equality.
By adopting these measures, TU can create an inclusive and respectful environment that recognizes unions and labor rights for all members of our community, regardless of gender or nationality, and actively supports freedom of association and collective bargaining.