National Union of Journalists Malaysia (NUJ)

Why Join NUJM?

NUJM fights for workers' rights so they get a fairer share of profits, That in turn leads to a healthy economy and stable society. So what do we offer?

1. Better wages and benefits

It’s proven that workers who are trade union members earn more than non-unionized workers. Trade Unions use their collective muscle to bargain for better salaries, pensions, holidays, health insurance, sick pay, overtime and more.

2. Personal protection

NUJM has got your back. Not only can we tell you your rights, we will defend your rights. If your employer treats you unfairly, you can rely on support and expert representation from NUJ.

3. Equality

NUJ champion equal rights and equal pay. We fight discrimination against race, gender, sexual orientation and disability. We foster respect and dignity in the workplace.

4. Health and safety

Unionized workplaces are safer – fact. That’s because trade unions won’t let workers put their lives at risk to meet production targets or save the company money.

5. Solidarity

NUJM has an incredible network that spans the world. Global trade unions, like IFJ (International Federation of Journalists) and the guidance of the ILO (International Labour Organisation) , which counts over 600 trade union affiliates in 140 countries,

Membership

Membership Benefits

Currently, there are over 500 members.
Membership of the NUJ is open to all professional and working journalists aged 18 and above, provided their workplace is located in the states of Peninsular Malaysia. However, journalists employed by the government may only be admitted as Associate Members.

Working journalists also include photographers or creative artists involved in newspaper, magazine, or news agency work, who are part of the journalistic staff and fully dependent on their journalistic work. However, this does not include proprietors, directors, or individuals who hold the power of employers in appointing or dismissing journalists.

Membership of the Union shall be open to all working and professional journalists who are employed by radio, television, foreign governments, film organisations, commercial firms and other similar establishments and whose place of work is in the States of Peninsular Malaysia, provided that no journalist employed by the government shall be admitted to membership except as an Associate member. For the purpose of these Rules, working and professional journalists also includes photographers or creative artists engaged in newspaper, magazine or news agency work, who are members of journalistic staff, and who are wholly dependent on their journalistic work, provided always that they are not persons who are proprietors or directors or exercise the powers of employers in the appointment and dismissal of journalists.
Membership of the Union shall also be open to all working and professional journalists who are employed by radio, television, foreign governments, film organisations, commercial firms and other similar establishments and whose place of work is in the States of Peninsular Malaysia.
Associate membership shall be open to all working and professional journalists who have the power of employers in the appointment and dismissal of journalists, and journalists employed on a part time basis by the organizations and establishments as set out in 1 (a) and 1 (b) above.

Apply

How to Apply?

For full/Direct (Form1) member application, please submit the forms with payment to your branch secretary.
For Associate member application (Form 2) please submit your forms via email to the General Secretary (nujmsia@gmail.com).

Payment to be made online (NUJ Bank Account No: Public Bank - 3077428903) or visit the Union office at 30B Jalan Padang Belia, Brickfields 50470 Kuala Lumpur. Tel: 603 22742867
For the Accredited Press Card application, please attach passport size colour photo
Application fee for New Associate Member: (for a two-year duration = RM154) with a complementary Press Card and NUJ Car Sticker

Membership

Membership Categories

Full/ Direct Membership
Associate Member Membership
Accredited Press Card Membership

Membership Renewal

Renew your membership today to continue enjoying exclusive benefits, including access to the latest updates, resources, events, and networking opportunities. Stay connected and maintain your rights and privileges as a valued member!

Online Application Form

Interactive Form

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Note :

For full/Direct (Form1) member application, please submit the forms with payment to your branch secretary. For Associate member application (Form 2) please submit your forms via email to the General Secretary (nujmsia@gmail.com).

Payment to be made online (NUJ Bank Account No: Public Bank -3077428903) or visit the Union office at 30B Jalan Padang Belia, Brickfields 50470 Kuala Lumpur. Tel: 603 22742867 (For the Accredited Press Card application, please attach passport size colour photo)

Application fee for New Associate Member: (for a two-year duration = RM154) with a complementary Press Card and NUJ Car Sticker

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