UPTU PROGRAMME
Organising & Membership Recruitment
Conducting regular and recurring organising and recruitment of members into the union.
→LU. 27National labour union
Uganda
Uganda
LU. 27Registered national labour union
Workers firstCollective representation & advocacy
Across UgandaTeaching and non-teaching staff
One united voiceFor private education workers
Who we are
Representing the people behind quality education.
UPTU is a national Labour Union No. LU. 27 with a mandate to organise workers in private education institutions and schools for the advancement of their socio-economic interests and welfare through collective bargaining, negotiation and representation.
✓ Advocating for fair and dignified working conditions
✓ Strengthening capacity and professional growth
✓ Building solidarity across the private education sector
Learn about UPTU →Our focus
Programmes that drive meaningful change
We organise, advocate, train and empower members to improve conditions across Uganda’s private education sector.
UPTU PROGRAMME
Collective Bargaining & Representation
Representing and protecting workers through collective bargaining, grievance handling and advocacy.
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UPTU PROGRAMME
Education Quality Programming
Improving learning outcomes through teacher development and support.
→What guides usOur purpose.
Our purpose.
Our commitment.
We work towards a more equitable, productive and respected private education workforce.
Explore our objectives →Our Vision
A vibrant education sector labour union capable of yielding desirable education results, articulating and handling issues meant for the promotion of socio-economic interests of school workers, especially in the private education sector.
Our Mission
To build a strong Labour Union capable of promoting workers’ rights, general welfare and increased productivity in the national education sector.
What is happening
Recent activities & updates
Activities · 22 Nov 2025
Policy Influence and Advocacy
UPTU has participated in educational policy advocacy, including submitting position papers.
Read update →Your voice matters
Explore membership ↗Stronger together for every private school worker.
Join a union that champions fair working conditions, representation and professional growth.
Working together
Connections & affiliations
