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Switzerland: The International Domestic Workers Federation is back at the International Labour Conference - Support ILO Convention Stop Gender-based Violence
— by IDWFED — last modified May 31, 2018 05:03 PM“We, domestic workers are back again, this time for another ILO Convention to protect us against violence and harassment in the workplace. The invisible violence that we must bear in our work places as women and as workers is one of the most pervasive injustices inflicted into our sector but we are here to make sure this will come to an end”, said Myrtle Witbooi.
Americas: Racial Equality Tops Domestic Workers Meeting in Brazil
— by IDWFED — last modified May 17, 2018 04:17 PMIn one of the most powerful moments of the conference, migrant domestic workers and Afro-descendent domestic workers shared their strategies during a panel on racial equality and, in the process, "restored dignity back to themselves and to the work they do," says Adriana Paz, IDWF Latin America regional coordinator.
USA: Our Work, Our Dignity: Making Rights A Reality
— by IDWFED — last modified May 05, 2018 09:15 PMThis 2018, in response to the current political climate of escalated attacks on immigrant communities and the ongoing pattern of under-compliance with labor laws in the domestic work industry, California’s domestic workers are rising above the fear and uniting to protect and assert their rights both as immigrants and as workers.
Bangladesh: Domestic workers urged the government to immediately implement protection and welfare policy
— by IDWFED — last modified Mar 29, 2018 05:31 PMDomestic workers, trade union leaders and legal experts on Wednesday urged the government to immediately implement the domestic workers’ protection and welfare policy which has been adopted in 2015 to protect their rights.
Hong Kong: Sundays in the Park With Bagoong
— by IDWFED — last modified Apr 10, 2018 04:08 PMOnce a week, Hong Kong’s domestic workers, many from the Philippines and Indonesia, take to public spaces for adobo-scented picnics and a quiet act of rebellion.
Jordan: Jordanian youth join the My Fair Home youth advocacy network for domestic worker rights
— by IDWFED — last modified Mar 26, 2018 05:42 PMThe ILO FAIRWAY project is supporting youth in the Arab States to become change makers for migrant domestic workers’ rights in their communities.
USA: "Violence and Harassment against Women in the World of Work" Expert Group Workshop
— by IDWFED — last modified May 31, 2018 05:05 PMIn the context of the UN Commission on the Status of Women (CSW62), the IDWF was invited by Care International to an Expert Group Workshop on "Violence and Harassment against Women in the World of Work" on 13 March 2018.
Nepal: Film about the life of domestic workers - "In Safe Hands"
— by IDWFED — last modified Mar 08, 2018 10:49 PMThrough Sonu Danuwar Chaudhary's rare, poignant and sometimes painful journey, this film portrays the millions of workers internationally who pick up the care deficit to ensure that more privileged portions of the global population remain "In Safe Hands".
Kenya: Domestic Workers Push for Convention Ratification
— by IDWFED — last modified Feb 22, 2018 11:19 PMDomestic workers rally for ratification of ILO Convention 189 on February 21, 2018 on Parliament grounds.
Brazil: Following years of campaigning by domestic workers, the government in recent days ratified the ILO C189
— by IDWFED — last modified Feb 13, 2018 06:23 PMIn a statement celebrating ratification, FENATRAD also vows to continue in the “daily struggle for dignity, valorization and recognition of domestic work, work that moves and creates conditions for other workers to dedicate themselves to productive activities.”
Brazil: Brazil became the 25th member State of the ILO to ratify Convention No. 189
— by IDWFED — last modified Feb 05, 2018 10:59 PMBrazil promotes decent work for an estimated 7 million domestic workers.
Middle East & North Africa: Welcome Mariela Elizabeth Acuña, IDWF's new MENA Regional Coordinator!
— by IDWFED — last modified Feb 05, 2018 09:04 PMStarting February 1, Mariela Elizabeth Acuña will join our team.
Global: IDWF Priorities in the Regions, 2018
— by IDWFED — last modified Feb 06, 2018 04:52 PMWhat are IDWF priorities for action in 2018? Below we look at the priority issues we have identified in each region.
Global: Beyond "maids and madams": Can employers be allies in new policies for domestic workers’ rights?
— by IDWFED — last modified Feb 15, 2018 10:02 PMWorkers have led significant campaigns the fight for domestic workers rights. But what about employers? How can they contribute to the fight?
Global: 2018 IDWF Congress
— by IDWFED — last modified Oct 05, 2018 01:48 PMThis year we will be convening our second Congress. It will take place from 16 to 19 November in Cape Town, South Africa.
Hong Kong: "We Organize, We Fight, We Win!" - FADWU Achievements in 2017
— by IDWFED — last modified Jan 18, 2018 05:24 PMThe year of 2017 means a lot to the Hong Kong Federation of Asian Domestic Workers Unions (FADWU), watch this summary video to see what they have achieved.
Hong Kong: IDWF is hiring - Full Time Administrative Assistant (CLOSED)
— by IDWFED — last modified Jun 13, 2018 05:22 PMAdministrative Assistant of the International Domestic Workers Federation
Namibia: NDAWU's review for 2017
— by IDWFED — last modified Jan 12, 2018 09:23 PMA video review for 2017 by the Namibia Domestic and Allied Workers Union (NDAWU).
Global: Vote for Project 189 in the Walk Together Prize for Courage
— by IDWFED — last modified Jan 10, 2018 04:41 PMProject 189, a group for domestic workers in Kuwait, has been chosen as 1 of 10 finalist for the Grassroots Justice Prize in the category the Elder's #Walktogether Prize for Courage. Go to vote: http://bit.ly/courage189 and vote for Project 189.
Malawi: CIAWU's outreach to local domestic workers for better understanding of their rights
— by IDWFED — last modified Jan 18, 2018 05:38 PMWatch the video from Commercial, Industrial & Allied Workers Union (CIAWU) in Malawi, our sister is having an outreach to a local domestic worker at work and telling him what his rights are as a domestic worker!
Hong Kong: IDWF is hiring - Project Manager (CLOSED)
— by IDWFED — last modified Jun 13, 2018 05:21 PMWe are a global organization of domestic workers. We are hiring a Project Manager to be responsible for the overall project management to support domestic workers to organize and advocate for their rights.
Italy: Discussion of domestic work in the National conference on the immigration of the CGIL
— by IDWFED — last modified Dec 15, 2017 05:23 PMOne of the themes discussed during the National Conference was DOMESTIC WORK.
Global: IDWF is hiring - Fundraising Officer (CLOSED)
— by IDWFED — last modified Jun 13, 2018 05:17 PMWe are looking for a co-worker with commitment and strong interest to expand the IDWF organizational capacities to support domestic workers everywhere to organize, to achieve rights and gender equality.
USA: "Care and Decent Work: Preparing Caregivers for the Future of Work" by Ida le Blanc
— by IDWFED — last modified Apr 06, 2018 05:47 PMIda le Blanc, General Secretary of National Union of Domestic Employees (NUDE) participated the Expert Group Meeting on "Care and Older Persons: Links to Decent Work, Migration and Gender" held in New York during December 5 to 7, 2017 and shared her thoughts on "Care and Decent Work: Preparing Caregivers for the Future of Work".
Global: Stop Violence Against Women, Stop Violence Against Domestic Workers!
— by IDWFED — last modified May 31, 2018 05:19 PMOn the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women 25 November, let us show our solidarity to end violence against women and domestic workers!
Hong Kong: IDWF is hiring - Part Time Administrative Assistant (CLOSED)
— by IDWFED — last modified Feb 02, 2018 12:12 AMInterested parties please send resume and cover letter, stating your present and expected salary by November 30, 2017 via email to [email protected]
Global: Support IDWF Campaign to Stop Gender-based Violence, Support ILO Convention
— by IDWFED — last modified May 31, 2018 05:13 PMWe aim to build capacities of our affiliates to stop GBV and address the issues effectively. This will include achieving an ILO Convention and enabling domestic workers to improve the knowledge and skills in this regard.
Philippines: The 10th ASEAN Forum recommends measures for decent work for domestic workers
— by IDWFED — last modified Nov 10, 2017 02:40 PMFish Ip, IDWF Regional Coordinator spoke at the Forum on "Towards Achieving Decent Work for Domestic Workers in ASEAN”.
Asia: "Stand firm against slavery!" - FADWU calls upon ASEAN governments to recognize domestic workers' Freedom of Association
— by IDWFED — last modified Oct 28, 2017 08:09 AM"If you don't have a union, there is no way that they can raise up their voice, no way that they can meet with government officials," Nami stressed to the ASEAN governments.
UK: Domestic workers in London celebrated the launch of their own charity
— by IDWFED — last modified Nov 06, 2017 10:55 PM"The Voice of Domestic Workers - dignity at work"