Frequently Asked Questions
1. Why join the union of Kenya Private Universities Workers Union?
- Guaranteed job security.
- Improved terms and conditions of service.
- Respect, dignity and enhanced image in the public eye and employer.
- Protection against discrimination and intimidation by the employer.
- Protection in the enjoyment of fundamental rights to the freedom of association, expression, collective bargaining and the promotion of individuals interests.
2. Who is eligible for membership?
- Lecturers ,Security Guard , Cleaners and Any Worker who needs Representation.
3. What are the rights and responsibilities of kpuwu leadership to our members?
- Ensure complete organization of workers within Kenya.
- Promote, improve and protect the welfare of members.
- Foster unity and nurture a culture of solidarity amongst all members.
- Ensure safe and healthy workplaces for all members.
- Keep an enlightened membership and union leadership.
- Achieve financial sustainability through strategic agreements with the government.
- Promote professional development of union leaders and entire membership.
4. How can member’s participate in kpuwu matters?
- Paying union subscription fee.
- Attending and participating in a union meeting.
- Electing and vie for shop stewards and other officials posts.
- Participating in industrial action when required.
5. To what extent does a member involve the union?
A member should come to the union at the first instance that he/she notices that his employer has disadvantaged him in any manner.
We shall then be able to help take the necessary action.
