HSWU is a Trade Union Organization within the Health Sector in Ghana. It is registered by Law and holds a collective Bargaining Certificate (CBC) that empowers it to do negotiations and collective bargaining on behalf of its over 40,000 membership. It has also been registered with the Registrar General's Department and holds a Certificate to Commence Business and a Certificate of Incorporation (can sue and be sued). Its Headquarters is at Hall of Trade Unions, Accra. The Union is affiliated to TUC (Ghana) and some Global Unions.
The Health Services Workers’ Union (HSWU) of Ghana Trades Union Congress (GTUC) came into existence in September 1966, through the merger of the then three independent trade unions. These were Gold Coast Hospital Employees Union (GCHEU), Medical Field Unit Employees Union (MFUEU) and Environmental Health Employees Union (EHEU). The three independent unions which operated from 1944 to 1955 had merged into one trade union known as the Health and General Hospital Workers Union (HGHWU) in 1955. HGHWU became affiliated with the Ghana TUC in 1957. HGHWU operated as an autonomous union from 1955 to 1965 following an emergency National Delegates Conference in Kumasi in 1966. The name HGHWU was changed to HSWU.
We envision HSWU, able to organize and recruit all paramedics and other health workers into a formidable organization with members getting job satisfaction to deepen industrial harmony for a better health care delivery.
To organize, protect, defend and educate all members to secure better conditions of service and job security through negotiations, collective bargaining and social dialogue to enhance productivity.
Members of HSWU are guided by values such as Professionalism, Teamwork, Discipline, Quality Health Service, Integrity, Excellence and Innovativeness.
This day which was on Thursday,10th October 2024, our representatives went to SOSU H to participate in one of their class sessions to have a brief interaction with them as they are preparing to part ways with them.
It was a wonderful moment which offered an opportunity for the students of SOSU H to ask them questions pertaining to Ghana and making comparism with Denmark.
Our reps cheerfully engaged them as they shared their diverse perspectives to them with each question asked.
The engagement was sealed with a little entertainment session to spice up the moment spent together so far in the Danish Land. It was as well symbolizing a farewell message to the Danish Students as this would be their last official engagement with them before their return to our beloved country Ghana.
The leadership of the union clubs for the two institutions involved in this pioneered program, extend their heartfelt gratitude to the Almighty and all stakeholders who diversely supported the birth and implementation of this project.
We are wishing and praying for traveling mercies back home to our reps as we look forward to having the opportunity to tapping into their new knowledge and experiences gained with this wonderful trip to Europe.
Day 5 in Denmark
Our delegates on Friday, 04th October 2024 participated in an evaluation exercise organized by faculties of SOSU H.
This exercise was to enable them get feedback from experience so far in their educational visit. It was an interactive session as questions and answers dominated the session.
They later had the honor of engage the Danish Students of SOSU H would also be coming to Ghana in November. They shared ideas and experiences from their respective schools and it was a pleasurable moment especially for our representatives as they debriefed them about Ghana with the aim to address their questions, concerns and rumors about Ghana.
One other interesting thing they did today was a presentation focusing on SDG 3 and 4. They shared perspectives from Ghana in relation to these goals and it was not a hard nut to crack at all as students of UHAS who have been well groomed with great presentation skills.
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Monday, 07th October 2024 clocked day 7 for our people in Denmark and it was yet another great day for them
They participated in a class session of Social and Health care assistants and below were some of the activities that unfolded in the session;
✅Did a brief intro of ourselves and our mission in Denmark
✅Went through the cultures of Denmark citing similaries between Ghana and Denmark in terms of living, education, cultures and many more
✅Went through the various nursing homes in Copenhagen
✅Participated in one of their projects aimed at creating a nursing home from imagination to suit a particular model of people.
It was an opportunity to brainstorm with great minds and they did learned some good number of different things today.
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Day 8 visit in Denmark🤩
On Tuesday 08th October 2024, our delegates went to the University College of Copenhagen to learn about the programs they offer there
They later went to their stimulation center to see how they practice after their theoretical learning.
After which they then moved to their kitchen which also serves as a practice area for nutrition students. This offers the students an opportunity to put to practice that which they have been theoretically exposed to and hones their professionalism for the job market and society at large.
The exposure they had in this encounter is evident how advanced they are and it would be amazing seeing our institutions in Ghana reach such milestones someday.
The students cheerfully engaged them and they are as well getting along well with them. Socialization is key in the lives of everyone more especially the youth of today as it ushers them to numerous opportunities to further their journey not just in academics but in life.
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The National Youth Committee held its 4th National Youth Quadrennial Conference at HSWU Center, Tema. The Conference
HEALTH SERVICE WORKERS UNION (HSWU) LAUNCHES TERTIARY CLUB AT UHAS, HOHOE CAMPUS
Hohoe, Volta Region, Ghana – September 20, 2023
In a move aimed at nurturing the next generation of health professionals and trade unionists, the Health Services Workers’ Union (HSWU) of TUC (Ghana) officially launched the HSWU Tertiary Club at the University of Health and Allied Sciences (UHAS), Hohoe Campus in the Volta Region of Ghana.
The inauguration ceremony, held on September 19, 2023, was attended by esteemed guests, including the Dean of UHAS, Prof. Ekow Baiden, and the 1st National Trustee of HSWU, Brother Godfred Oppong Kwakye.
Prof. Ekow Baiden, in his opening remarks, warmly welcomed the Union officials and commended HSWU for bringing the Tertiary Club to UHAS. He emphasized the importance of students’ involvement in the activities undertaken by HSWU within the university, recognizing the value of trade unionism in the education and future careers of the students.
Brother Godfred Oppong Kwakye, the 1st National Trustee of HSWU, delivered a keynote address outlining the club’s objectives. He reiterated that the HSWU Tertiary Club aims to instill the principles and values of trade unionism among tertiary students while highlighting the benefits of trade unions. Brother Oppong encouraged the students to stay informed about trade union issues, as this knowledge would prove invaluable as they enter the workforce in the future. Brother Richard Moses Appiah, the Regional Industrial Relations Officer also advised the student to be more interested in their pensions when they start work and plan towards it from the first date of employment.
During the inaugural event, the following executives were elected to lead the HSWU Tertiary Club, UHAS Chapter:
Chairman: Amehavi Joshua Elorm
Vice Chairperson: Yvette Akosua Yeboah
Secretary: Oteng-Asiedu Juliet
Assistant Secretary: Obeng Gifty
1st Trustee: Imoro Alhassan Baalayel
2nd Trustee: Anpong Gifty
Organizer: Ayinor William Kwesi
Brothers Donald Gyimah, National Youth Coordinator and Mawunyo K. Mensah, Volta and Oti Regional Youth Chairman congratulated the maiden executives and advised them to work hard to maintain the Club and make it attractive for more students to join. He then sworn them into their new positions. The newly elected executives pledged their commitment to fostering a vibrant and engaged community within the club, dedicated to championing the interests of UHAS students while promoting the values of the Union.
The Regional IRO of Volta/Oti, HSWU-TUC, the Region Women's Chairperson and MyLife Insurance Coordinator, visited KRACHI NCHUMURU DHD/ST. LUKE'S CLINIC Branch of HSWU-TUC to support the branch level election as well as addressing key issues in relation to the union and financial policy issues.
A section of HSWU Youth Council members together with the youth leadership paid a one-day working visit to the office of the Dean of the School of Public Health at UHAS - Hohoe Campus.
This is in line with the formation of HSWU TERTIARY CLUB at UHAS before November 2023. We are grateful to the University especially the Dean together with the HOD of Policy Planning and Management for their splendid receiption during our visit.
HSWU acknowledges the need to train its women in extra Income generating activities and entrepreneurial skills. The Northern Women's Committee organised training for the women in the region on making multipurpose soap and Brown Sugar. All these trainings are purposely conducted to help eradicate poverty by generating extra income.
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The Women's Committee of the Volta Region as part of celebrating International Women's Day visited the "Ho Teaching Hospital". and presented some items to the Neonatal and Intensive Care Unit. The Committee presented 40 pieces of baby court sheet and flip-flops, 40 gallons of HSWU made liquid soap made by the women of the HSWU.
Soap is very important to modern life and an essential commodity all over the world. It will continue to have demand so long as human beings exist. In light of this, having the knowledge and skill to prepare soap has the greatest ability to help you generate a sustainable income for a long time. Health Services Workers' Union_Ashanti Region, undertook alternative livelihood training to imbue the women with the skill of making liquid soap. this initiative would help members of the Union generate extra income to improve their living standards. We plead that more of such priceless should continue to help more women to generate extra income. Thank you HSWU for this great initiative
Through the Alternative Livelihood Training organized by the Health Services Workers' Union, some members of the Volta Regional Women's Committee were trained on how to make some wedding accessories. This surely has the ability to improve the livelihood of the women since they are been equipped with skills that will help them augment their income. Thank you very much for the training
