Why it is worth being a member of Independent Self-Governing Trade Union 'SOLIDARITY'

1. The trade union is an organization of workers who unite to build a force that can improve living conditions.
2. The more workers belong to the union, the greater strength they have in dealing with the employer with whom they will have discussions and negotiations!
3. 'Solidarity' is a beautiful story of fighting for freedom and justice.
4. 'Solidarity' is also the largest trade union operating in Poland.
5. In 'Solidarity,' it is easier to defend against employers violating labor rights, easier to fight for fair working conditions and wages, and equal treatment.
6. Within 'Solidarity,' we can help others and ask for help when needed.
7. The union offers the opportunity to work in a team, builds trust, improves interpersonal relationships, and creates feelings of unity, encouragement, protection, and support - a person does not feel alone, and an individual problem becomes a concern of others who help solve it.

REMEMBER, that being in the union:

• You are not alone if you have problems at work.
• By being a part of NSZZ 'Solidarity,' you have a greater chance of negotiating higher wages and better working conditions.
• You gain assistance in cases of unfair treatment, discrimination, and violence.
• You benefit from the help of lawyers and union experts.
• You can be active and help others.
• You have access to statutory union financial benefits.

The Works Council of NSZZ 'Solidarity' at the Koszalin University of Technology is the legal representative of the union's interests, that is, its members.

• Members of our Trade Union Organization actively participate in the life of our University.
• The Chairperson of the Works Council participates in the deliberations and work of the Senate and other collegiate bodies of our University.
• Our representatives are members of the Rector's Committees for Employee Affairs, where, among other things, they submit issues raised by members of our Union.
• It is worth being a member of NSZZ 'Solidarity' because it is the largest trade union organization in Poland.
• Support from NSZZ 'Solidarity' provides a sense of security in the workplace.
• We present and negotiate important matters for us, such as at the Trilateral Commission and with the Minister of Science through higher union structures, including the Management Board of the Koszalin Region 'Pomerania' NSZZ 'Solidarity,' the National Science Section of NSZZ 'Solidarity,' and the National Committee of NSZZ 'Solidarity.'

We invite you to join our organization at the Koszalin University of Technology, and you will see that it is worth being together and having an influence on your situation in the workplace!
In Poland, over 40% of employees positively assess the activities of trade unions, and at the same time, they want to increase their influence on improving their workplace conditions.

You are welcome!

* Assistance in joining the Union is provided under the 'Membership Matters' tab