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AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE. Membership is open to all Office -, Stores -, Sales - and Clerical employees, Artisans and Apprentices in the Motor Industry. misa motoring quiz (011) 678 6328 (021) 551 2822 MISA (031) 201 2710 (041) 364 0102 (051) 447 5339 Answers on page 95 THE INTELLIGENT ALTERNATIVE The Intelligent Alternative T C N R R Z K C D N M F J R Y N N Z M E Z N H L K B M V V L X N L V M Q D M D A P T M W Z K E P Y M X T W O X O J L I E T K F M G K C O H F G T R E B N H B B O T K H N K G N C I S R P X S T B K L Z M F N V Z P L Y Y Z D T E C H N I C I A N S Challenge your brain! Find the words in the grid. Words can go horizontally, vertically and diagonally in all eight directions. Clues Years in MISA’s history 30% of our members are MISA plays active role in creation of these MISA is party to this organisation in negotiations 65% of these are below age 39 This Forum campaigns for women’s rights Find the solution elsewhere in the publication. Are you employed in the retail motor industry and not enjoying the benefits and protection available to you? Then you should know that the intelligent alternative is to join the Motor Industry Staff Association (MISA) with its proven track record of excellent service to its members and a proud history of well over 80 years. In terms of wage negotiations and conditions of employment, MISA members enjoy the focused approach of a well-versed negotiating team representing members’ interests in the collective bargaining process at the Motor Industry Bargaining Council (MIBCO). MISA is also affiliated to FEDUSA, which ensures a stronger bargaining advantage. So contact the MISA team today to find out how they can look after your best interests. Motor retail experts MISA focuses solely on the South African motor retail sector and is an active participant in this important industry. It prides itself on being more than just a union that offers its members support and advice in labour-related matters. MISA also plays an active role in pertinent industry issues, such as training and development, job creation and economic development. Active campaigner for women’s rights Through the MISA Women’s Forum, MISA is also an active campaigner for the rights of female employees in the traditionally male-dominated motor retail industry. The Women’s Forum not only aims to support and uplift women in the retail motor industry, but is also committed to making a real difference in the communities in which our members live and work. MISA has a team of experts and qualified labour law practitioners that provides free and expert legal advice to MISA members. Where appropriate, MISA also provides the necessary legal defence to members in the resolution of labour disputes. Unique problem-solving approach MISA is proud of its problem-solving approach, which is a major contributing factor to its high success rate in the amicable resolution of disputes in the workplace. Did you know? The Motor Industry Staff Association organises and represents employees in the 14 designated trades of the retail motor industry, including motor vehicle sales, parts sales, office and clerical, artisans, apprentices/learners, accountants and bookkeepers, managers and unqualified technical employees. Every day, the 30 800 MISA members play a role in selling, maintaining and servicing the more than 9.5 million motor vehicles on South African roads. These vehicles form the backbone of our economy. Other interesting statistics 30% of our members are female 56% of our members are below the age of 39 65% of our automotive technicians (motor mechanics) are below the age of 39. Where to find MISA MISA Head Office Tel: (011) 476-3920 Fax: (011) 678-4537 Email: [email protected] Website: misa.org.za