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2 years ago

Coal workers face an uncertain future
by The Conversation climate change / decent jobs / energy sector / just transition / women in energy
A study examines the understanding of decent work among fossil fuel workers whose jobs will be phased out.
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2 years ago

Empower young women workers to claim their rights
by Nelly Nyagah collective bargaining and organising / feminist perspectives / GBVH / gender equality / labour rights / women's leadership development / young women workers
Young women’s voices are vital to creating an inclusive and equitable world of work.
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2 years ago

How to build a wage demand
by LRS bargaining benchmarks / Negotiator's Guide / wage bargaining / wages
Essential questions for negotiators to consider when preparing for wage bargaining.
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2 years ago

Inflation explainer for trade union negotiators
by LRS CPI / inflation / inflation monitor / wage bargaining
The November inflation data and how it impacts workers and wage negotiations.
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2 years ago

A series of benchmarks to inform wage negotiations
by George Mthethwa GDP / inflation / unemployment rate / wage bargaining / wages
Persuasive wage demands start with reasonable evidence, and the Bargaining Benchmarks publication delivers it.
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2 years ago

How trade unions are shaping the AfCFTA
by Nelly Nyagah A Labour of Love / afCFTA / clothing manufacturing / Protocol on Trade in Goods / regional value chains / rules of origin / social dialogue / trade and investment / trade liberalisation
Behind the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) agreement lies a fundamental question: how can trade serve the people who power it?
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2 years ago

Strategies for creating safe spaces for workers to speak out and take actions
by Nelly Nyagah GBV / gender based violence and harassment / ILO Convention 190 / lgbtq+ / safe spaces
Workers must feel safe to report violence, harassment, or discrimination they experience or witness.
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2 years ago

Five steps to assess workplace risks of violence and harassment
by Nina Benjamin GBVH / gender based violence and harassment / ILO Convention 190 / occupational health and safety
Violence and harassment as an occupational safety and health issue.
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2 years ago

A trade union snapshot of international trade in South Africa
by LRS afCFTA / GDP / industrial policy / inflation / international trade / labour market / labour migration / trade union membership
The South Africa Trade Fact Sheet supports international trade advocacy by trade unions, particularly their campaign for an AfCFTA that benefits workers.
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2 years ago

Cost of living in October
by George Mthethwa CPI / inflation / inflation monitor / wage bargaining
The consumer price index and selected indices for October 2023 to October 2024.
