Decent Work/Social & Labour Standards
What is Decent Work and why is it a key element to achieve fair globalization and poverty reduction?
Decent Work refers to opportunities for work that are productive and deliver a fair income, provides security in the workplace and social protection for families and better prospects for personal development and social integration. It aims to give people the freedom to voice their concerns, organize themselves and participate in the decisions that affect their lives including equality of opportunity and treatment, for all women and men.
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Gender Justice Agreement Signed in Indonesian Garment Factories
A gender justice agreement has been signed at two garment factories in Indonesia, aiming to eliminate gender-based violence and harassment (GBVH) in the workplace. Negotiated by four trade unions with support from international labor organizations, the agreement establishes a structured program to prevent GBVH and serves as a model for the wider garment industry.
Read MoreEnsuring fair wages while keeping Bangladesh’s RMG sector competitive
Ensuring fair wages in Bangladesh’s RMG sector while staying competitive is a major challenge. A sudden wage increase could harm the industry due to rising costs and global competition. Instead, investments in subsidized healthcare, housing, and education could improve workers' well-being without jeopardizing the sector’s stability.
Read MoreLabor Groups Urge Japanese Retailer to Drop Myanmar Lawsuit
Over a dozen human rights groups are pressing Honeys Holdings and its Myanmar subsidiary to drop a defamation lawsuit against union leader Myo Myo Aye. Filed in 2017 after labor protests, the case persists amid concerns about labor rights abuses and fair trials.
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