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Source:
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Tripartite Alliance for Fair Employment Practices |
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The Tripartite Committee on Employability of
Older Workers had recommended setting up a Tripartite Alliance for Fair
Employment Practices (TAFEP) to shift mindsets among employers,
employees and the general public towards fair and responsible employment
practices for all workers. |
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The Government is pleased to announce the
formation of the Alliance, which is co-chaired by Mr Bob Tan, Vice
President, Singapore National Employers Federation (SNEF) / Council
Member, Singapore Business Federation (SBF), and Mdm Halimah Yacob,
Assistant Secretary-General, National Trades Union Congress (NTUC). |
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The full composition of the Alliance is set
out in the Annex. Mr Gan Kim Yong, Minister of State for Manpower and
Education; Mr Stephen Lee, Chairman, SBF / President, SNEF; and Mr John
De Payva, President, NTUC will serve as advisors to the Alliance. |
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The Alliance held its first meeting on 22
May 06 and has adopted the following terms of reference: |
a. Formulate guidelines for fair
employment practices towards workers of all ages, genders, races and
religion;
b. Initiate a fair employment movement through national and sectoral
programmes to facilitate broad and effective adoption of fair
employment practices;
c. Partner relevant agencies to develop industry capability and
training programmes for managers, supervisors and union leaders on
fair employment practices;
d. Profile case studies and best practices to create greater awareness
and to facilitate sharing of experiences among employers, unions and
the public; and
e. Give recognition to employers that are exemplary in implementing
fair employment practices.
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The Alliance will focus on the following key
areas: |
a. Understanding the needs and concerns of
employers and employees in relation to prevailing employment practices,
in our rapidly changing business environment;
b. Eliminating discriminatory practices in hiring and in-employment, in
particular, on grounds of age, gender, race, religion and marital
status;
c. Promoting practices which bring about an inclusive workforce. |
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Over the next 2 years, the Alliance will
adopt a concerted, promotional and educational approach to raise
awareness and share knowledge on fair employment practices. |
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The Alliance looks forward to the
support of all employers, unions and employees in making Singapore a
fair and inclusive place to work, contributing to a resilient and
dynamic economy. More details about the Alliance¡¯s initiatives will
be released at a later date. |
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Quotes from Chairpersons: |
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Mr Bob Tan: ¡°In the face of increasingly
competitive global environment and changes in our demographic
profile, companies need to introduce and implement progressive
policies and practices to better attract and retain employees with
diverse backgrounds and experiences. Fair employment practices are a
competitive edge. Companies which do not have them need to be more
aware and be given help and support to introduce such practices.¡° |
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Mdm Halimah Yacob: ¡°The labour movement
urges employers to implement and uphold fair and good employment
practices which recognize and reward employees solely on the basis
of their merits and provide equal opportunities in recruitment and
career progression. This is a win-win strategy to help develop and
motivate employees who can make strong contributions to the company
for the benefit of both parties.¡± |
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Source:
www.mom.gov.sg Press Release 29
May 2006 |
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ANNEX
COMPOSITION OF THE TRIPARTITE
ALLIANCE FOR FAIR EMPLOYMENT PRACTICES
Chairpersons
Mr. Bob Tan
Vice President, Singapore National
Employers Federation and Council Member, Singapore Business
Federation
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Mdm Halimah Yacob
Assistant Secretary-General, National
Trades Union Congress
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Employers¡¯ Representatives
Mr Chua Thian Poh
President, Singapore Chinese Chamber
of Commerce & Industry
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Mr Alexander Melchers
Council Member, Singapore National
Employers Federation and Vice-President, Singaporean-German Chamber
of Industry and Commerce
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Unions¡¯ Representatives
Mr Cyrille Tan
Vice President, National Trades Union
Congress
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Ms Cham Hui Fong
Director, Industrial Relations,
National Trades Union Congress
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Government Representatives
Mrs Ow Foong Pheng
Deputy Secretary (Manpower)
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Mr Ong Yen Her
Director, Labour Relations and
Workplaces Division, Ministry of Manpower |
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