The Fair Work Academy
Your learning hub for fair and safe working conditions
A global training platform for workers and organisations
In today’s rapidly changing world of work, access to high-quality training on labour rights is still out of reach for many. The Fair Work Academy (FWA) was created to change that.
Developed by CNV Internationaal, the Fair Work Academy is a global online learning platform designed to equip workers and organisations with the knowledge and tools they need to defend and strengthen labour rights.
Why the Fair Work Academy?
Millions of workers face barriers to training, whether geographical, financial, or organisational. The FWA removes these barriers by offering accessible, flexible, and practical learning opportunities for a global audience.
Inclusive access
Open to both unionised and non-unionised workers, ensuring no one is left behind
Learn anytime, anywhere
Fully online and flexible, so you can learn at your own pace, wherever you are
Practical and action-oriented
Designed to deliver real-world skills you can apply directly in your workplace
What you will learn
The Fair Work Academy offers courses and resources focused on key challenges in today’s world of work:
Labour rights: Understand and strengthen individual and collective rights
Trade union action: Build skills to organise, negotiate, and advocate
Supply chain due diligence: Monitor and improve labour conditions in global sectors such as palm oil and bananas
How it works
The platform uses interactive and accessible online learning methods, built on international standards for usability and effectiveness.
You will:
Inclusive and multilingual
To reach as many workers as possible, most content is available in:
- English
- Spanish
- French, coming soon
The platform also includes a digital library with research, reports, and insights from the Fair Work Monitor, helping you stay informed on labour conditions worldwide.
Join a global movement for fair work
The Fair Work Academy is more than a learning platform. It is a tool for change. By strengthening knowledge and skills, we support workers and organisations to:
- Defend their rights
- Improve working conditions
- Build stronger, more connected labour movements
