Whereas, many American workers, realizing the priceless value of local and national Union autonomy, and Whereas, these workers have therefore chosen to be represented by their self-governed Independent Unions, and Whereas, the record proves the great advantage of these Unions to our Nation, in both war and peace, and to workers at all times. Now, Therefore, Be It Hereby Resolved, through this Constitution, to create, establish, and perpetuate the NATIONAL FEDERATION OF INDEPENDENT UNIONS for the purpose of protecting these rights and this principle forever hereafter. All Unions ratifying this Constitution shall thereby, and with their continued support, guarantee the continuation of a free and independent labor movement, dedicated to an ever higher and higher standard of living and citizenship; for the members of all organized labor, and the public in general. These objectives shall be obtained by thorough organization; by education; by petition and legislative activity; and by all other legal and proper means available to this Organization and its members.

The objects and purposes of this Organization shall be:

1. To encourage the formation and promotion of Independent Unions.
2. To promote more collective strength by joining such Unions into a strong central body for the promotions and advancement of the interest and welfare of these Independent Unions and for the preservation of their individual and collective strength and their local autonomy.
3. To afford such Independent Unions, through affiliated strength and endeavor, national recognition and equal representation with, to, and on governmental agencies affecting the interests of labor organizations and said labor organization membership.
4. To assist its Affiliates by protecting and maintaining their independence, gains, and achievements.
5. To provide a clearinghouse of information, research materials, statistical data, and publicity, for its affiliates.
6. To aid all affiliates in any manner possible to most effectively achieve their objectives.
7. To institute and encourage programs designed to promote the good and welfare of all American working people.
8. To promote better relationships between the Independent Labor Movement and the American people.