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BWI
Building and Wood
Worker's International

Building and Wood Worker's International

The BWI is the Global Union Federation grouping free and democratic unions with members in the Building, Building Materials, Wood, Forestry and Allied sectors.

Save the Date: 6th BWI World Congress 

In 2026, BWI will convene once again for its 6th World Congress—the highest decision-making body of our global union. This is where we come together to shape our future, strengthen our unity and solidarity, and advance the fight for workers’ rights worldwide.

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2025 International Women's Month: Lead with skills and power

New Traditional Women Professions: Breaking Barriers and Stereotypes

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It's not a joke: Conversations about gender-based violence and harassment at workplaces

Every year, BWI joins workers, trade unionists, activists, and international community in marking International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women on 25 November by launching our annual “16 Days of Trade Union Activism on Violence Against Women”.

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Breaking barriers: Advancing gender equality in the construction, building materials, wood, and forestry

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Kenya: BWI affiliates push for enhanced OHS at IFI-funded road construction site

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BWI appoints new Education Secretary, forms new Global Projects Team 

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Italy: FENEAL, FILCA and FILLEA secure major wins for workers in Milan-Cortina 2026 Olympics projects

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In honour of Pat Kan CHAN: Former chair of the Hong Kong Construction Site Workers’ General Union

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