Hipólito Alvarado

Hipólito Alvarado was a prominent figure in the Panamanian labor movement, known for his role in founding the Sindicato Único Nacional de Trabajadores de la Construcción y Similares (Suntracs) in 1972. He aimed to improve working conditions and wages for construction workers in Panama, advocating for workers' rights and collective bargaining. Alvarado's leadership during the formation of Suntracs was pivotal in uniting various labor factions, and he became a respected voice for labor rights in the country.