SOCAPALM Dibombari: Staff Representatives Trained to Bolster Social Dialogue

The Socapalm Dibombari plantation recently became a hub of professional development as the Coordination of Unions Working at Socapalm launched an intensive training seminar for staff and union representatives. Held on Saturday, April 11, 2026, the event drew over forty participants dedicated to professionalizing social dialogue and fostering a harmonious work environment.Under the theme “The Staff Delegation: An Active Collaborative Body for Maintaining a Harmonious Social Climate to Increase Production,” the seminar focused on the essential roles, missions, and strategic actions required of modern labor representatives.Makota Pierre Pascal, Founder of Training Trade Unions and President of the Coordination of Trade Unions at Socapalm, emphasized that the company’s growth is inextricably linked to the quality of its labor relations. “Socapalm has entrusted us with the vital task of training delegates whose primary goal is to support the company’s productivity,” Pascal stated. “To achieve this, we must be united. We have highlighted three core pillars for our delegates: Education, Information, and Participation in the company’s evolution. If the company does not grow, it cannot sustain its people.”Pascal expressed confidence that this “mobile caravan” of training would result in “advanced social peace” across all sites.However,the training provided practical tools for conflict resolution and legal compliance. Participants highlighted a shift from reactive complaints to proactive investigation.Mastering the Legal FrameworkMrs. Mandone Bessola, President of the Collective of Delegates at Dibombari, noted that the training filled a critical gap in expertise.

Delegates are now trained to investigate issues thoroughly before approaching management. Representatives were encouraged to consult the Labour Code, Collective Agreements, and Internal Business Agreements to find solutions before escalating disputes.”They taught us that a delegate must first read and read a lot,” Bessola remarked.Mani Amand Desiree, a delegate at the General Directorate, described the representative’s role as the “eyes and ears” of both the workers and the entrepreneur. Balancing the needs of the staff with the development goals of the employer. Beyond labor disputes, the mission now includes a heavy emphasis on.Occupational Health and Hygiene and environmental stewardship.”I must be an exact tool for my collaborators, helping the employer stay on track while ensuring workers are properly supported,” Desiree explained.Moreover,the Dibombari session is part of a broader “mobile caravan” designed to reach every corner of Socapalm’s operations. Early April Mbambou, Kienke, Eseka, Completed April 11, 2026,Dibombari Completed and April 14, 2026 Edea Upcoming.By investing in the intellectual and professional capacity of its staff representatives, Socapalm aims to transform the workplace from a site of potential friction into a model of collaborative productivity and healthy social climate.

By HENRY WANA

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