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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Bangladeshi unions demand increased minimum wage for garment workers
"IndustriALL’s affiliates in Bangladesh are demanding an increase in the minimum wage from BDT8,000 (US$75) to BDT23,000 (US$215) for garment workers, as the country sees roaring inflation, leaving wo ...
Read MoreShort-circuit caused fire in Beawar cotton factory, fire extinguished
"A fire broke out in the New Cotton Factory located on Station Road of the city on Friday afternoon due to short circuit. 25-30 bales of cotton caught fire. " ...
Read MoreHaiti garment workers share $1m payout after factory closure a year ago
"PVH, which was one of several brand owners sourcing from the Vald’or factory in the Caribbean country, agreed to pay the sum to cover missed severance pay, pension contributions directly to workers a ...
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