Workers’ rights refer to the legal, social, and economic entitlements and protections that guarantee fair treatment and conditions for employees in the workplace. These rights encompass concepts such as fair wages, safe working conditions, the right to organize and join trade unions, protection against discrimination and harassment, and the right to rest and leisure, including reasonable work hours. They also include the right to engage in collective bargaining and to receive benefits such as healthcare and pensions. Workers’ rights aim to ensure that employees can work in an environment that respects their dignity and promotes their well-being, ultimately fostering a fair and equitable labor market.
In a significant turn of events, over 11,000 Starbucks baristas across the United States have initiated a five-day strike, rooted in concerns over pay and working conditions. The strike commenced…