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About us

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About us

Voices for workers' rights and decent work

„"Voice Textile" informs, supports and represents workers, with a special focus on the textile, leather and shoe industries.

Support and advocacy

Our approach

Mission, vision and values

Every step we take begins with the voice and needs of workers. Through information, support, and public advocacy, we turn problems into concrete changes.

Mission

Citizen workers with high awareness, educated and informed, who enjoy their rights.

Vision

To be the leading organization for the realization of workers' rights in the Republic of North Macedonia.

Our values

Solidarity, equality, independence, professionalism, accountability and transparency.

How we work

From a labor problem to concrete change

Our work begins with the workers' experience. We identify the problem, provide appropriate support, and advocate for their demands before institutions and the public.

We listen and document

We talk to workers and document violations of workers' rights.

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We advise and act

We provide free legal and paralegal assistance and activate available protection mechanisms.

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We represent and follow

We turn cases into requests for systemic changes and monitor the actions of institutions.

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What we stand for

Goals and objectives

Our goals and objectives translate the mission of "Glasen Tekstilec" into concrete work to protect and promote workers' rights, equality and solidarity.

We work professionally, responsibly and transparently, with clear procedures and accountability to employees, partners and the public.

We represent the interests of private sector workers, with a particular focus on the textile, leather and shoe industries.

We make visible the problems workers face and publicly point out the violations of their rights.

We organize activities through which workers learn about their rights and the mechanisms for their protection.

We are developing our own capacities for project preparation and implementation.

We create networks with other organizations for knowledge exchange, joint action and greater impact.

 

We make the problems of marginalized and vulnerable workers visible and advocate for equal protection of their rights.

Through artistic and cultural activities, we encourage social inclusion and public awareness.

Our team

The people behind our mission

Founders of "Glasen Tekstilec"„

People who recognized the need for a united voice and laid the foundations of the organization in the fight for decent work, equality, and the protection of workers' rights.

Finance Coordinator

Founder

Ivana Grozdanova

Founder

Zlata Petrova

Management and supervisory bodies

Members of the bodies of the "Glasen Tekstilec" Association.

  • Kristina Ampeva
  • Blagojce Disoski
  • Zlata Petrova
  • Ivana Grozdanova
  • Senad Arslan
  • Stefan Davchev
  • Dimitrinka Dinova
  • Vinka Pravulova
  • Viktor Vukanovski
  • Slavica Nakova
  • Mane Angelovski
  • Katerina Ordeva
  • Stefan Davchev
  • Dimitrinka Dinova
  • Vinka Pravulova

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Testimonials

Voices of the people we support

Read the experiences of workers, associates, and partners who directly felt our support and were part of our fight for better labor rights.

„"Voice Textile Worker" is a true voice of workers and an example of a sincere fight for workers' rights. An excellent source of useful information, support and trust for every worker."“

Vinka Pravulova Worker

„"With "Voice Textile Worker" we are stronger together and louder together. Workers receive strong support and assurance that their voice is heard, valued and respected."„

Katerina Ordeva Worker

„"Through sociodrama and Transactional Analysis, the "Voice Textile Worker" team demonstrated a deep understanding of social phenomena and a strong commitment to responsible protection of workers' rights."„

Jasmina Kaleovska Social worker, associate

„"I participated in forums, trainings, and workshops of "Glasen Tekstilec" on labor rights and gender equality, which left a strong and positive impression on me."„

Slavica Nakova Worker

„"Through the "Voice Textile" programs, I have improved my knowledge in financial management and confirmed the importance of responsible resource management for sustainable change."„

Blagojce Disoski Finance Coordinator