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"The NCR minimum wage remains far below the estimated family living wage, which labor advocates say now exceeds P1,300 a day."
A tribute to BPO workers organizer Mary Grace "Isty" Petrolla, who passed away on June 2.
"For too long, platform companies have profited from a business model built on precarious work, low pay, and the denial of labor rights."
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“Only through collective struggle can workers break free from the chains of oppression."
Even if non-binding, the ICJ advisory opinion is expected to influence international labor jurisprudence and state compliance with labor conventions.
"The sudden stoppage of production is a threat to our job security."
The minimum wage in the Bicol region at P455 ($7.41) per day will never be enough for daily expenses since inflation in the country continues to rise.
The union was able to clinch wage increase, signing bonus, back pay, and adjustments in their work hours.
The growing militancy among workers reflects the severity of the crisis gripping their livelihoods.
"The struggle of Kowloon is also a struggle for other workers to attain a living wage, secure jobs, and their rights."
The union also raised alarm over KFSI’s continued business expansion through new outlets – currently at around 85 outlets – while refusing to honor mandated wage obligations.
The fight is about whether migrant workers can speak out without losing their jobs, housing and right to stay.
"CBA negotiations are meant to uplift labor conditions, but what we see is the opposite—wages stagnate while the cost of living continues to rise."
Improving the workers’ situation should be at the center of CBA negotiations, especially amid rising cost of basic goods and services.
For many workers, the announcement came abruptly, heightening fears of job loss and financial instability.
The Confederation for Unity Recognition and Advancement of Government Employees said the memorandum is largely redundant and does not constitute a meaningful labor reform.
The tragedy is that even brands that have the capacity to improve their workers’ labor rights refuse to do so and are enjoying impunity.
Grassroots organizing, collective action, and advocacy remain crucial in addressing structural inequalities that shape women’s labor conditions.
“The company of Kowloon would not generate P25 million if not for the blood and sweat of workers."
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