From Identity to Solidarity: the Role of Social Identity Theory in Indonesian Trade Unions
Keywords:
Social Identity, Human Resource Management, Trade Union, Solidarity, External PressureAbstract
Indonesia has a long-standing history of trade union movements, attributed to its vast and diverse population. Social identity serves as a vital instrument for fostering solidarity among union members, especially as trade unions in Indonesia encounter numerous challenges, including global economic pressures and internal divisions. Despite this, there remains a limited understanding of how social identity can enhance union solidarity and bargaining power. This qualitative research utilized data gathered from journal reviews, documentation, and literature. The study employed an analytical descriptive method alongside an empirical normative approach. The findings reveal that shared work experiences, collective values, and the struggle against injustice are key components shaping social identity. The research also indicates that union members’ solidarity is significantly influenced by external economic and political pressures. Additionally, personal factors such as education level and duration of union membership play a role in determining the degree of solidarity. These insights imply that trade unions could adopt more effective strategies to strengthen group cohesion and solidarity through targeted training and policy advocacy. This study contributes a fresh perspective on the interplay of solidarity and social identity within Indonesian trade unions, enriching the existing literature on human resource management (HRM).
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