2018 IDWF Congress
This year we will be convening our second Congress. It will take place from 16 to 19 November in Cape Town, South Africa. Details 2018 IDWF Congress This year we […]
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Domestic worker unions urged to organise migrant workers
Contributors: Mzi Velapi | Elitsha Domestic worker unions and organisations have gathered in Cape Town to talk about improving the working and living conditions of domestic workers around the world. […]
Emergency Resolution 1: In support of Central American migrants and condemning the US government border militarization
The second Congress of the IDWF passed an emergency resolution in support of the migrants from Central America who have reached the Mexico-US border. Details The second Congress of the […]
Emergency resolution 2: On solidarity with the working class in Brazil
The second Congress of the IDWF passed an emergency resolution on solidarity with the working class in Brazil. Details The second Congress of the IDWF passed an emergency resolution on […]
From exploited to empowered, interview with novelita palisoc, Philippines
Contributors: TEDxPlaceDesNationsWomen Novelita Palisoc had no choice but to become a domestic worker. Over the years, she experienced mistreatment & abuse. But her inspiring strength allowed her to fight back […]
2019, New year message from Myrtle Witbooi, IDWF president
Gratitude to all who contributed to IDWF in 2018 & New year message for 2019 Details Dear all, Today is the last day of the year 2018, and we are […]
Asia: Gender-based violence activities
A summary of the Gender-based Violence activities in Asia. Details 2019 March 10 FADWU protest to demand for Gender equality and no violence https://www.flickr.com/photos/idwf/albums/72157703951007252 2019 May 19 Showhands of NO […]
In Malaysia, Reject Court’s Decision to Drop Murder Charge against Adelina Sau’s Employer
Approaching the International Labour Day on May 1st, the Indonesia-Malaysian civil society coalition believes that both countries must enact a law to bring an end to the acts of violence, […]
A worldwide movement for domestic workers
In Hong Kong and throughout the world, domestic workers are creating a political movement to ensure that they can do their important work without sacrificing their rights or human dignity. […]
Latin America: Advocacy activities, campaigns and actions against GBV
Advocacy activities, campaigns and actions against GBV in Latin America (Last 6 Months) Details Mexico Red de Mujeres Empleadas del Hogar (Women Household Worker Network) On November 6, as part […]
Vulnerable workers bringing important perspective on violence and harassment to International Labour Conference in Geneva, 2019
Over 61% of the world’s workers work in the informal economy, yet they have the least protection against violence and harassment at work. They'll be bringing their important perspective on […]
Informal economy podcast: Social protection #05 domestic workers and violence at the workplace
To help us understand more about the implications of this issue for domestic workers and the intersectionality between gender and work status – and the role of social protection in […]
