The University of Dhaka formally recognises and protects the labour rights of all employees—including faculty, officers, staff, women employees, and international staff—through statutory provisions established in the University of Dhaka Order, 1973 and relevant sections of the University Calendar. These rights include freedom of association, participation in employee organisations, procedural fairness in service matters, and access to collective representation.

Legal Basis

The following statutory provisions collectively ensure labour-rights protection for all DU employees:

1. University of Dhaka Order, 1973
   • Provisions relating to the appointment, terms of service, disciplinary procedures, appeals, and participation in institutional bodies ensure fair labour practices.
   • The Order guarantees that employees shall not be subject to arbitrary or discriminatory practices and shall have the right to seek redress through prescribed mechanisms.
2. University Calendar (Service Rules & Administrative Procedures)
   • Contains rules on recruitment, promotion, leave, disciplinary process, and appeal procedures.
   • Provides employees the space to take part in recognised associations, committees, or representative bodies where applicable.
   • Ensures transparent channels for filing grievances or raising concerns regarding employment conditions.

Together, these documents function as DU’s formal recognition of labour rights, including fairness, due process, participation, and workplace protections.

Recognition of Labour Rights

Under DU’s governing framework, all employees are guaranteed:

• Freedom of Association
  Employees may form or join recognised staff/faculty associations and participate in representative bodies without restriction.
• Collective Representation / Collective Bargaining Participation
  Employees may raise employment-related concerns collectively through recognised forums, associations, committees, or representative channels defined in DU regulations.
• Fair Treatment and Anti-Discrimination
  All service decisions must follow national rules and DU statutes, prohibiting discrimination based on gender, religion, ethnicity, disability, social identity, or belief.
• Due Process in Service Matters
  Clear procedures exist for disciplinary matters, show-cause, inquiry, and employee appeal—ensuring that no employee is denied procedural justice.
• Retaliation-Free Redress Mechanism
  Employees can file grievances or appeals under the Appeal Officer / Grievance Redress System, ensuring protection from adverse consequences.

Evidence

• University of Dhaka Order, 1973 (Service conditions, administrative powers, employee rights)
• DU Calendar (Recruitment rules, service regulations, disciplinary procedures, appeal mechanisms)
• DU APA Portal – Grievance Redress and Appeal System