History:
In an era that spawned a number of work related riots, the National Workers Union came to prominence under the leadership of Jamaica’s national hero Norman Washington Manley.  On April 2, 1952, arising from a split that developed between the People’s National Party and the Trade Union Congress, the National Workers Union was born. It became the affiliate of the People’s national Party incorporating as its base, the core of the oppressed working class. The main focus of the newly formed National Workers Union was to provide a voice to the working class who were constantly feeling the brunt of Jamaica’s booming capitalist society. On a broader spectrum, the Union was committed to the transformation of Jamaica’s socio-economic system into one which equally benefited all social classes. 

Some of the earlier struggles undertaken by the NWU include the Goldenberg Enquiry of 1960, the JBC Strike of 1964, and the 1965 Mordecai Commission of Enquiry. Presently the organization represents a significant amount of employees throughout various aspects of Jamaica’s Industries.

Contact Information:
130 East Street
Kingston
Jamaica W.I.
Tel: (876) 922 -1150-4
Fax: (876) 922  - 6608
Email address:  nwyou@cwjamaica.com