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The Marine Transport Workers' Trade Union of Ukraine considers the fight against the spread of HIV/AIDS among transport industry workers as one of its priority areas. We recognize that the health and dignity of every worker are of the highest value, and therefore we make every effort to protect these rights

HIV/AIDS Prevention Among Maritime Transport Workers


MTWTU constantly conducts active work to inform and prevent HIV/AIDS. This includes:

  • Thematic Lectures: Organizing lectures for Trade Union members on HIV/AIDS prevention, as well as on the unacceptability of mobbing, stigma, and pressure in the workplace.
  • Anonymous Express Testing: Conducting anonymous HIV testing for transport industry workers.
  • Informational Campaigns: Disseminating informational materials about HIV/AIDS, its transmission routes, prevention, and treatment.

International Cooperation:

MTWTU actively cooperates with international organizations such as the International Labour Organization (ILO) to exchange experiences and implement best practices in the fight against HIV/AIDS.

  • Use of the ILO Practical Guide: MTWTU uses the ILO Practical Guide on HIV/AIDS and the world of work as a basis for its work in this direction.
  • Participation in International Seminars: MTWTU participates in joint seminars with the ILO, where current issues of HIV/AIDS prevention and control are discussed.

Key Areas of MTWTU's Work:

  • Promoting Employment: Ensuring equal rights and opportunities for people living with HIV/AIDS.
  • Providing Information: Disseminating reliable information about access to ART and organizations that conduct testing.
  • Overcoming Stigma and Discrimination: Combating prejudice and discrimination against people living with HIV/AIDS.

Solidarity and Rights Protection

The MTWTU continues to show solidarity with HIV-positive transport workers and remains committed to addressing this global challenge. Only by protecting the rights of every individual can we safeguard the fundamental values of health and human dignity.

The MTWTU places great importance on the health of maritime transport workers, organising educational activities and cooperating with international partners. The Union implements preventive measures and provides anonymous voluntary HIV testing for workers, while also actively cooperating with the ILO, which enables high-quality and effective prevention efforts.

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