Download the Fórsa strategic plan 2026 – 2030 here.
Five years ago, we adopted our first ever strategic plan, an ambitious document that sought to shape and structure the union’s work. Since then, it has proved to be an effective tool, keeping work focused and enabling significant growth.
Much has been achieved in a challenging environment, including pay deals and union recognition agreements. We are a union of 100,000 members, a considerable milestone that reflects the hard work and dedication of members, workplace representatives, branches, elected leaders, and staff.
However, the current context remains volatile. Fórsa’s strategic plan 2026 – 2030 recognises that the need for strong trade unions is greater than ever. We need to prepare for external threats, whether they are economic shocks, climate change, artificial intelligence, the housing emergency, or divisive narratives pitting worker against worker.
Building on progress and preparing for the future
Higher union density, increased member participation, and more resilient workplace structures will secure our union’s future.
The new strategic plan builds on our achievements to date and seeks to further embed organising principles across its work, while strengthening organisational capacity, resilience and services for members. It outlines how the union plans to stay ahead of the curve and make its vision for 2030 a reality.
Strategic goals
It outlines five key goals that will drive our work to build strong workplace structures, guide growth and strengthen collective power:
- Strengthening workplace organising and collective power
- Building a high participation union
- Developing workplace leadership
- Enhancing organisational capacity and capability
- Building community and influence
These goals are intended to ensure workers are organised and empowered, shaping a better working life, building strong communities and contributing to a more equal and fairer world.
The overall aim is to become a high participation, high density union that is a powerful force in Irish society, connected in communities and driven by members. Delivering this strategy will require the full commitment of members, workplace representatives, branches, elected leaders