Who We Are
The General Federation of Jordanian Trade Unions (GFJTU), established in 1954 and based in Amman, is the main umbrella organization representing workers’ unions in Jordan. It comprises 17 officially recognized unions and advocates for workers’ rights, fair wages, and improved working conditions. The GFJTU is affiliated with the International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC) and the Arab Trade Union Confederation (ATUC). The General Federation and its affiliate Trade Unions are also members of other Arab and International Confederations. GFJTU engages with the social partners on labor reforms, and supports initiatives such as minimum wage adjustments and legal protections for workers, including migrants and refugees.
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Value
GFJTU stands for enhancing livelihoods, democratic engagement, equal opportunity, decent working conditions, and empowerment across its diverse membership.
Vision
Envisions a modern, empowered labor movement that ensures a dignified life for all workers. It aims to be a driving force behind socio-economic development in Jordan through a democratic internal structure that upholds trade union rights and freedoms. By building strong institutional capacity, the GFJTU seeks to enhance workers’ negotiating power, promote social dialogue with employers and government, and secure decent work conditions and fair wages for its members—all in service of contributing to the nation’s stability and prosperity.
The Union is currently under the leadership of President Khaled Zaher Al-Fanatseh, who was elected during the most recent electoral cycle in 2024.
70
Years
Established in 1954 and based in Amman, is the main umbrella organization representing workers’ unions in Jordan.
17
Affiliated Unions
Although membership is not mandatory.
200K
Membership
Belong to the unions affiliated with the General Federation of Trade Unions, which is the country’s sole trade union center.