UNI Graphical & Packaging

UNI Graphical & Packaging is the global union for over 800,000 members from over 150 trade unions throughout the world. The graphical and packaging industries consists of a diverse range of sectors including newspapers, general printing, brochures, graphic design and multimedia, security printing (banknotes, credit cards, passports etc), cardboard, plastic and flexible packaging. Since the invention of the printing press and movable type over 600 years ago, the graphical industry has been the cornerstone of disseminating information and knowledge and has been a key instrument in the development of society. The continual development of technology and the rapid advancements in communications has meant significant changes to the working lives of men and women in the industry. Graphical and packaging affiliates throughout the world have adapted to these changes and are continuing to meet the challenges on behalf of our members. Through UNI Graphical & Packaging, strong networks in multinational companies are being developed to enable workers throughout the world to work together to maintain and improve their standard of living and to ensure workers rights are respected.