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Solidarity Center Global Worker Rights Training

Global, Global

The Solidarity Center is a US-based organization partnering with workers in 60+ countries to advance labor rights through training, legal support, and capacity building. Programs focus on worker rights, union skills, workplace safety, and combating forced labor. In Bangladesh, garment workers secured 9% wage increases and safe drinking water. In Georgia, workers won over $12 million through court decisions after safety training. In Sri Lanka, 350 domestic workers joined unions and developed model employment contracts. In Mexico, independent unions secured up to 30% wage increases. Programs train workers as job safety experts and advocate for international labor standards.

Behavior Goal

Empower workers to advocate for fair wages and safe conditions; build capacity of trade unions and worker associations; enable collective bargaining and workplace safety training; combat forced labor and exploitation

Target Audiences

Methods & Approaches

Implementers & Partners

  • Solidarity Center
  • Local trade unions
  • Worker associations

Donors & Sponsors

  • US Department of Labor
  • USAID
  • Private foundations

Key Takeaways

  • 1Direct partnerships with workers address specific local needs
  • 2Training workers as safety experts multiplies impact
  • 3Legal support wins significant compensation for workers
  • 4Cross-country connections strengthen worker movements
  • 5Women-focused programs address discrimination and harassment

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