Building and Wood Workers' International

About Building and Wood Workers' International

Building and Wood Workers' International (BWI) is a global union federation representing free and democratic trade unions in the building, building materials, wood, forestry, and allied sectors. Headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, BWI unites around 351 trade unions with approximately 12 million members across 127 countries. The organization promotes workers' rights, trade union development, and sustainable development globally, collaborating with various international bodies including the United Nations and the International Labour Organization.