The situation exposed in the conflict between the Santa Marta Subdirectorate and the 11th edition of the National Assembly of Delegates of Sintraunal reveals the need for greater transparency and effective communication within union organizations.
The Santa Marta Subdirectorate of the Mixed Union of Workers of the National Public Universities of Colombia -Sintraunal- has expressed its energetic rejection of the statement published after the 11th edition of the National Assembly of Delegates of Sintraunal, held on May 29 and 30 in Melgar, Tolima.
The Santa Marta Subdirectorate considers that the statement from the National Assembly includes controversial statements about the instrumentalization of union organizations in several universities, including the University of Magdalena. They pointed out that said document was not subject to review or approval by the delegates present at the Assembly, so the necessary clarifications could not be made.
In the false statement, numbers five and six denounce regulatory reforms in universities such as Magdalena, aimed at allowing rectors to prolong their time in power, and accuses some union organizations of being exploited by unscrupulous managers in collusion with the administrations. university students.
These statements provoked a wave of criticism and requests for explanations from members of the Santa Marta Subdirectorate, who felt directly addressed. The Subdirectorate issued a vehement response rejecting the statements and calling them biased.
Details of the statement and responses from other sub-directors
The Santa Marta Subdirectorate expressed its surprise at the responses issued by the Cartagena and Cali Subdirectorates, who intervened in information addressed exclusively to Santa Marta and which was initially received through social networks and not officially. In its statement, Santa Marta specified that they have no employer influence in their decisions and positions, and that they fully understand the functions of a class union.
The Cali Subdirectorate, in its response, showed solidarity with the struggle of students, union leaders and activists who face persecution and obstruction in the defense of the university and the fundamental right to education. Santa Marta, for its part, demanded that Cali share complaints about the tendency of some rectors to propose regulatory reforms to prolong their time in power.
Claims from the Santa Marta de Sintraunal Subdirectorate
The Santa Marta Subdirectorate also urged the Cartagena Subdirectorate not to have selective memory, reminding them of their support in the past for the candidacy of Willian Malkún Castillejo for the rectory, which was evidenced in a video. In this context, Santa Marta rejected the imprecise and insulting accusations and highlighted the existence of photographic material that demonstrates the open support of some delegates for rectors, suggesting possible obedience to employer guidelines.
Furthermore, Santa Marta emphasized that a person cannot be recognized as a union leader if he or she verbally mistreats his or her colleagues or induces them to hate due to differences of ideas. Finally, he asked the National Board of Directors and the authorities elected in the 11th edition of the National Assembly to provide evidence of the audios in which the political declaration was approved, demanding respect and rectification or clarification of the information.
Evidence of internal tensions within Sintraunal
The conflict that arose as a result of the communiqué of the 11th edition of the National Assembly of Delegates of Sintraunal has highlighted internal tensions within the union and has generated a debate about the influence of university administrations on union organizations. Subdirectorate Santa Marta, by categorically rejecting the statements in the statement, has made her position clear and has requested transparency and respect from the National Board of Directors.
In an environment of high sensitivity and concern for the integrity of union organizations, the Santa Marta Subdirectorate reaffirms its commitment to union principles and the defense of the rights of university workers, while awaiting an official response to clarify the controversies that have arisen.
Fair and equitable representation of all sub-directorates
The situation exposed in the conflict between the Santa Marta Subdirectorate and the XI National Assembly of Delegates of Sintraunal reveals the need for greater transparency and effective communication within union organizations. The use of social networks and the lack of an official channel for the dissemination of such sensitive documents have exacerbated internal tensions and have called into question the legitimacy of the statements issued.
It is crucial that decisions and statements that affect the members of a union organization are reviewed and approved by the delegates present at the assemblies, thus ensuring fair and equitable representation of all the sub-directors involved. Transparency in internal processes and clarity in communication can prevent misunderstandings and strengthen cohesion within the union.
In this context, the Santa Marta Subdirectorate has acted proactively by requesting evidence and demanding rectification of biased statements, demonstrating its commitment to defending its principles and the integrity of its members. The resolution of this conflict will depend largely on the response of the National Board of Directors and the ability of the sub-directors to work together in finding fair and equitable solutions for all members of the union.
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