Welcome to the official website of the Confederation of Productive Forces Trade Unions – COSYFOP

The Confederation of Productive Forces Trade Unions (COSYFOP) was established in 1991 as an independent and free trade union framework bringing together federations and unions from various sectors. Today, it is the second trade union confederation officially registered with the Algerian Ministry of Labour under number 30.
COSYFOP seeks to defend union freedoms and promote pluralism in a national context where these principles remain absent from the centralized organizations. Only one central organization remains recognized by the government, which facilitates its work and refuses to register new ones. This has led to the disintegration of independent union activity at the grassroots level and the weakening of its representative capacity, to the point of questioning its legitimacy.
COSYFOP does not define itself as a traditional trade union structure in the classical sense. Rather, it sees itself as a platform uniting trade unionists who are also deeply committed to the defense of human rights. For this reason, it actively engages in international advocacy aimed at:
• Reforming labor and association laws in Algeria,
• Protecting fundamental social and economic rights,
• Advancing the struggle for trade union and association freedoms.
We believe that workers' dignity can only be achieved through trade union pluralism, education, and solidarity.

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Logos of Some Unions Affiliated with COSYFOP

اللجنة النقابية للمدافعين عن حقوق الإنسان — Trade Union Committee for Human Rights Defenders

الفدرالية النقابية لعمال قطاع السكن — Union Federation of Housing Sector Workers

النقابة الوطنية لمساعدي التمريض — National Union of Nursing Assistants

النقابة الوطنية المستقلة لمستخدمي الإدارة العمومية — National Autonomous Trade Union of Public Administration Workers

النقابة الوطنية لعمال الطاقة — National Trade Union of Energy Workers

الكنفدرالية العامة المستقلة للعمال في الجزائر — General Independent Confederation of Workers in Algeria

النقابة الوطنية المستقلة لعمال الكهرباء والغاز — Independent Trade Union of Electricity and Gas Workers

النقابة الوطنية لقطاع الصناعات-الصفحة-الرئيسية- الكنفدرالية النقابية للقوى المنتجة ‏cosyfop ‎‏ ‏ — National Union of Industrial Sector

What we do

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Defending independent trade unionists

We support trade unionists who are victims of administrative or judicial repression, and provide them with legal and media assistance.

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International advocacy

We engage with the International Labour Organization (ILO) and the United Nations to document violations and submit official complaints.

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Training in rights and freedoms

We organize training courses and workshops to raise workers' awareness of their rights and enhance their union capabilities.

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Advocating for Legislative Reform

We carry out advocacy campaigns and send formal communications to demand legal reforms that respect trade union freedom.

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Blog

May Day: Freedom in France and Repression in Algeria" rel="bookmark">May Day: Freedom in France and Repression in Algeria

2025-05-01

On May 1, 2025, France witnessed massive demonstrations organized by labor unions to mark May Day. Hundreds of thousands of citizens took to the streets in various French cities, especially Paris, to express their social and economic demands. Although these demonstrations included slogans against the far right, the primary focus was on issues such as improved wages, the defense of civil liberties, and the promotion of social and economic rights.

بيان الكنفدرالية النقابية للقوى المنتجة بخصوص دعوة الرئيس لتعزيز المصالحة الوطنية

Official Statements

Statement by the Confederation of Productive Forces Trade Unions on the President’s Call to Strengthen National Reconciliation" rel="bookmark">Statement by the Confederation of Productive Forces Trade Unions on the President’s Call to Strengthen National Reconciliation

2025-01-09

In a statement addressed to the President of the Republic, Mr. Abdelmadjid Tebboune, the Confederation of Productive Forces Trade Unions (COSYFOP) issued a call to strengthen national reconciliation and initiate an inclusive national dialogue aimed at safeguarding Algerian sovereignty. The statement reads as follows: COSYFOP expresses its sincere gratitude and appreciation to the President of the Republic, Mr. Abdelmadjid Tebboune, for the recent presidential pardon measures and de-escalation initiatives that have been implemented. […]

الكنفدرالية النقابية للقوى المنتجة تشيد بإجراءات العفو الرئاسي وتدعو الرئيس إلى حوار وطني شامل

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COSYFOP Welcomes Presidential Pardon Measures and Calls on the President to Launch an Inclusive National Dialogue" rel="bookmark"> COSYFOP Welcomes Presidential Pardon Measures and Calls on the President to Launch an Inclusive National Dialogue

2025-01-09

In a previous statement, the Confederation of Productive Forces Trade Unions (COSYFOP) welcomed the presidential pardon measures and called on the President to initiate an inclusive national dialogue. COSYFOP also expressed its concern over the prominence given in French media to certain individuals claiming to represent the Algerian opposition, despite having no record of political or trade union struggle inside the country. The Confederation emphasized that such figures lack legitimacy and do not speak for the real grassroots movements advocating for democratic reforms and social justice from within Algeria. […]

القانون الداخلي للكنفدرالية النقابية للقوى المنتجة COSYFOP

Administrative archive

Internal Regulations of the Confederation of Trade Unions of Productive Forces (COSYFOP)" rel="bookmark">Internal Regulations of the Confederation of Trade Unions of Productive Forces (COSYFOP)

2025-01-14

The Confederation of Trade Unions of Productive Forces (COSYFOP) is pleased to present to you the bylaws regulating its work and activities. You can view the full details of the bylaws via the link below. We hope this bylaws will serve as a clear guide to strengthening cooperation and joint action to achieve our union goals. Also see: The Basic Law of the Confederation of Trade Unions of Productive Forces (COSYFOP)

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🎥 Learn about the Confederation of Productive Forces (COSYFOP)

This video provides an overview of the confederation's vision, history, and key struggles for trade union freedoms and workers' rights in Algeria. It was produced as part of a media campaign to support independent unions and raise public awareness of COSYFOP's goals.

🔸 Frequently Asked Questions 🔸

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🟠 Membership and Organizing

1. How do I join the Confederation?

You can join as an individual member or initiate the creation of an independent trade union in your sector by filling out the membership form available on our website. Once your request is reviewed, the Organizing Committee will contact you.

2. Are you legally accredited?

Yes, the Confederation has been officially registered since 1991 under number 30, and its legal existence is based on Law 90-14. It was restructured in 2018 and is currently led by Brother Raouf Mellal.

3. Who is entitled to establish a sectoral union within the Confederation?

Any professional group comprising at least 15 permanent workers in the same sector may be established and joined, provided that the internal laws of the Confederation are respected.

4. Do you represent all states?

Yes, we strive to ensure nationwide representation through the independent trade unions affiliated with the Confederation.

5. Can I establish an independent trade union in my workplace?

Yes, Algerian law allows this, provided the required number of founders is met and the incorporation file is submitted to the labor inspectorate. We provide technical and legal support at all stages.

🟠 Formation and support

6. Does the Confederation provide training or courses?

Yes, we organize training workshops on union rights, fundamental freedoms, and international advocacy mechanisms, in cooperation with international training centers.

7. Do you provide legal support to members?

Yes, we provide legal advice and support in cases of unfair dismissal or disputes with administrations, depending on the case and capabilities.

8. What is the difference between a confederation and a sectoral union?

A union represents a specific sector, while a confederation is a coordinating body of different unions working in solidarity within a unified framework.

🟠 Special categories

9. Can an informal or unemployed worker engage?

Yes, they can join through designated unions or support committees, as we firmly believe in every worker’s right to trade union representation, regardless of their employment status.

10. Who is meant by the informal sector? And can they participate?

The informal sector includes those who work outside legal protection, such as street vendors and workers without contracts. We work to organize and represent them through unions.

11. Are merchants entitled to join the Confederation?

Yes, they can establish independent unions to defend their interests, especially in light of tax pressures and the lack of effective union representation.

12. Do retirees have the right to unionize within the Confederation?

Yes, they can join retiree committees within their sectors, and these committees unite within an independent national federation to defend their rights.

🟠 Principles and International Relations

13. Do you belong to international organizations?

Yes, we have partnerships and coordination with international organizations such as the International Labor Organization and international human rights bodies.

14. Do your activities include environmental issues and refugee rights?

We participate in initiatives to protect refugees and victims of deportation, and support environmental campaigns, particularly those related to social justice.

15. Do you belong to any political party?

No. We are a completely independent trade union organization, rejecting party affiliation and relying on the principles of trade union independence.

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