About Us
About Us
The Fiji Public Services Association was founded in 1943 with links to the Association of European Civil Servants which was formed back in 1921. FPSA has almost 3000 membership with a long history of fighting for the rights of workers in the country.
Strategic intent
FPSA advocates for workers’ rights by promoting decent employment for members, equal opportunity, social justice, retirement security and promote international labour standards.
Through integrated and robust approach we aspire to enable safer and more dignified workplaces, and improve socio-economic status for members.
Mission
Promoting social justice, equity and equality by representing members as an equal and strong partner in dialogue. FPSA strives to be a union where members feel valued, branch executives are empowered and staff are heard and involved.
Vision
A dynamic and vibrant union enhancing decent and secure employment for members
Values
Our values are the principles and motives under which we operate. The values we stand by are:
We are committed to earning respect by being honest, fair and ethical
FPSA is led, driven and run by our members. Democratic process is respected and the support required is provided to deliver for members
FPSA is reflective of membership. We organize and advocate on members behalf on workplace and societal matters and are accountable to them.
FPSA campaign for quality publicly owned public services. We advocate for workers and service users, promoting how public services can benefit all of society.
FPSA advocate for a fairer, more equitable and inclusive society that provide protections, rights and entitlements for all. We treat everyone fairly and equally.
FPSA promote solidarity, unity, standing with workers to protect and improve their rights. We work internationally to promote labour standards, trade union and human rights across the world, in collaboration with global trade union federations
Culture
Our culture influences and supports the implementation of our strategic objectives. The type of culture we foster in our organization is:
FPSA place members at the centre of what we do. We care for our members and are committed to the best possible outcome for them.
FPSA build union power by ensuring members, branch executives, and staff, organize and increase density. We empower members and branches to take ownership of the issues they face, to actively play a part in their resolution in order to effect change.
FPSA encourage strong leadership at every level. We show leadership through the work we do and how we treat our members, branches and staff.
FPSA serve and support the interest of members to the highest personal standards.
FPSA promote a collective approach to work at all levels, creating a team dynamic within and across the organization. We emphasize teamwork, collaboration and togetherness
FPSA have a unity of purpose and a unity of understanding about the mission, values, strategy and objectives. We approach our work through collectivism, and
We are an open, inclusive and divers organization which fosters a sense of belonging.