Our Manifesto
UASU-TUM — The Focus of the 2026–2031 Leadership Mandate
UASU-TUM Manifesto
The 2026–2031 UASU-TUM Manifesto sets out the leadership's priorities, commitments and strategic direction for the term.
Principled representation · Transparent engagement · Strategic collaboration
Our Strategic Focus
- Resolving Outstanding Staff Welfare & Governance Issues
- Effective Implementation of CBA & HR Policies
- Strengthening Strategic Union Solidarity & Partnerships
Our Leadership Vision
The strength of the University Academic Staff Union (UASU) lies in its ability to defend the rights, welfare and professional dignity of academic staff while promoting a progressive university environment.
Our leadership vision for the 2026–2031 term is anchored on principled representation, transparent engagement and strategic collaboration to ensure that the interests of members remain at the centre of Union action.
1. Resolving Outstanding Staff Welfare and Governance Issues
Members' welfare remains our priority. We commit to structured and results-oriented engagement with University Management and Council, accountability in implementing agreed actions, and regular feedback to members.
We will use lawful Union mechanisms, including negotiations, legal action and industrial engagement, to address unresolved and emerging issues.
Our Welfare Commitment
We will continue to pursue practical, lawful and
evidence-based solutions to outstanding issues
affecting the welfare, rights and working conditions
of academic staff.
- Incomplete implementation of the 2017–2021 CBA.
- Delayed remittance of statutory and third-party deductions.
- Unpaid commuter/car allowances for August–September 2020.
- Delayed gratuity payments.
- Punitive training levy deductions from full-load members.
- Delayed salaries.
- Inequitable promotion and placement processes.
- Contract renewals and regularization with salary gaps.
- Delayed settlement of part-time dues.
2. Effective Implementation of the National CBA and HR Policies
Beyond resolving past issues, we will champion the full and faithful implementation of the harmonized National Collective Bargaining Agreement and progressive human resource policies.
- Monitor compliance with CBA timelines.
- Enforce fair career progression frameworks.
- Advocate for transparent human resource processes.
- Ensure parity and equity for all academic staff.
Implementation and Accountability
Through dedicated taskforces and joint consultative
forums, we will hold the University Council
accountable and ensure that negotiated benefits reach
the intended beneficiaries without undue delay.
Unity, Fairness and Dignity for Academic Staff
3. Strengthening Strategic Union Solidarity and Partnerships
Effective protection of staff interests requires strong alliances within the labour movement. Our leadership will deepen collaboration and solidarity with sister unions, including KUSU and KUDHEIHA, to enhance collective bargaining power and strengthen advocacy within the university.
Through coordinated engagement, the unions will:
- Present unified positions in negotiations with University Council.
- Advocate collectively for proper implementation of CBAs.
- Protect workers from unilateral administrative actions that undermine negotiated rights.
- Strengthen national advocacy on issues affecting the entire university workforce.
A coordinated Union front will enhance bargaining power and ensure that the interests of academic and non-academic staff are advanced in a coherent and effective manner.
Our Commitment
We commit to leadership that is transparent, consultative and firmly grounded in fairness, accountability and solidarity.
Together, we will strengthen our Union, protect the dignity of academic staff and build an institution where scholarship, professionalism and staff welfare thrive.