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Global Labor Justice @globallaborjustice.bsky.social · Sep 5

All workers have rights 2/2

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Global Labor Justice @globallaborjustice.bsky.social · Sep 5

Today is a great day to remember that ALL workers have rights—regardless of country, race, religion, immigration status or gender.

The ILO has international labor standards relating to the world of work, including these five fundamental principles 1/2

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Global Labor Justice @globallaborjustice.bsky.social · Sep 2

We're hiring! The Senior Garment Campaign Organizer to lead campaigns to defend global worker rights and build worker power in garment and textile supply chains. Join our team and help build worker power in the global economy!

#laborrights #unionstrong #humanrights #garmentworkers

Senior Garment Campaign Organizer - Global Labor Justice

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United Farm Workers @ufw.bsky.social · Sep 1

Central Coast Farm workers wish you a happy #LaborDay

Campesinos de la Costa Central les desean un feliz Día del Trabajo.

#WeFeedYou #SoyEsencial

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AFL-CIO @aflcio.org · Sep 1

This is your #LaborDay reminder that it’s #BetterInAUnion!

Pass it on ✊

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Global Labor Justice @globallaborjustice.bsky.social · Sep 1

Happy Labor Day 💪💪🏼💪🏻💪🏽💪🏾💪🏿
We stand in solidarity with workers in the U.S. and around the world who are boldly fighting for their fundamental labor rights. #UnionStrong #1U #LaborDay #GlobalSolidarity #WorkersOverBillionaires #WorkersRights #LaborRights

Three women Nike Garment Workers standing in defiance with fists raised.

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Global Labor Justice @globallaborjustice.bsky.social · Aug 11

"The campaign comes amid mounting evidence of forced labor and abuse affecting migrant fishers, a stark contrast to industry claims that such incidents are isolated." 2/2

Global Labor Justice @globallaborjustice.bsky.social · Aug 11

"A coalition of labor rights groups, led by U.S.-based advocacy organization, Global Labor Justice, is renewing its push for mandatory Wi-Fi on Taiwan’s distant water vessels." 1/2

Labor rights groups call for Wi-Fi to protect migrant fishers in Taiwan - Undercurrent News

Labor rights groups are urging Taiwan to mandate free Wi-Fi on its distant-water fishing vessels, saying it is essential to protect migrant fishers from forced labor and abuse

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AFL-CIO @aflcio.org · Aug 11

Our hearts are with the @steelworkers.bsky.social and their families impacted by the U.S. Steel plant explosion in Pittsburgh today. Thank you to the first responders who are working tirelessly to rescue and help the workers.

United Steelworkers Union @steelworkers.bsky.social · Aug 11

Our thoughts are with our siblings in the Mon Valley as they deal with aftermath of a deadly explosion at USS’s Clairton Works. In the coming days, we’ll be working with the appropriate authorities to ensure a thorough investigation.

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Global Labor Justice @globallaborjustice.bsky.social · Jul 21

GLJ stands with cruise ship seafarers and the Pilipino Workers Center of Southern California to demand respect for workers' ILO fundamental labor rights and the right to due process. www.wtkr.com/news/in-the-...

Advocates in Norfolk urge Carnival to support Filipino crew amid deportations

Since April, at least 18 Filipino crew members aboard the Carnival Sunshine have faced deportations that many deem baseless.

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Global Labor Justice @globallaborjustice.bsky.social · Jul 15

Join us tomorrow at 8am ET us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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International Domestic Workers Federation @idwfed.bsky.social · Jun 25

🤝 We stand in solidarity with our garment worker sisters across Asia, who are bravely leading organizing and campaigning efforts for living wages and rights protections ✊🏾

⚠️ It’s time for @Nike to value the women who power its supply chain and deserve nothing less than dignity and justice ⚖️

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The Human Trafficking Legal Center @htlegalcenter.bsky.social · Jul 9

“Companies shouldn’t be let off the hook for using #forcedlabor just because” the buyer rejects the goods, said @globallaborjustice.bsky.social's Allison Gill. When forced labor has already occurred, all perpetrators should be held accountable. @bloomberglaw.com news.bloomberglaw.com/daily-labor-...

Overseas Shrimp Plant Workers Wrestle With Human Trafficking Law

The plight of Cambodians who say a Thai factory forced them to process US-bound frozen shrimp is drawing attention to workers’ ability to hold companies liable for attempts to benefit from human traff...

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“War Ravaged” Portland Jobs with Justice @jwjpdx.bsky.social · Jul 15

Social media boost! Nike garment workers were in town last month to confront the corporation about low wages and conditions in the supply chain. Workers made this video before they left town! Can we get 5 Portland-area folks to share it?

Global Labor Justice @globallaborjustice.bsky.social · Jun 23

Why is Nike hiding from the garment workers who make their apparel for as little as $1 per hour?
#SeeUsNike

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Global Labor Justice @globallaborjustice.bsky.social · Jul 2

Along with the University of Ghana School of Law, join us for a
webinar on Labor Migration from Ghana to the GCC: Drivers & Policy Implications
🗓️ July 16, 8-9am ET
👉 Register here: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Global Labor Justice @globallaborjustice.bsky.social · Jun 27

Global Labor Justice stands with domestic workers advocating for their rights, amplifying their voices, and driving the change they deserve. It’s time to end gender-based violence & harassment in the workplace. It’s time to #ratifyc189 #c189

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Global Labor Justice @globallaborjustice.bsky.social · Jun 23

Why is Nike hiding from the garment workers who make their apparel for as little as $1 per hour?
#SeeUsNike

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Global Labor Justice @globallaborjustice.bsky.social · Jun 23

Global Labor Justice demands freedom for arrested Chiquita Banana trade union leaders in Panama
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Global Labor Justice Demands Freedom for Arrested Chiquita Banana Trade Union Leaders in Panama - Global Labor Justice

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Global Labor Justice @globallaborjustice.bsky.social · Jun 16

👏 Well said: Nike should listen to workers!
#SeeusNike

“War Ravaged” Portland Jobs with Justice @jwjpdx.bsky.social · Jun 10

👀Check this Out! @oregonian.com LTE on the @globallaborjustice.bsky.social Fight the Heist worker delegation to Nike HQ and Nike's response:

"If Nike wants to keep pretending it’s a global leader in corporate responsibility, maybe it should start by listening to the people who make their shoes."

Readers respond: Nike should listen to workers

Letters to the Editor can be submitted to [email protected] with full name and place of residence.

www.oregonlive.com

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Global Labor Justice @globallaborjustice.bsky.social · Jun 16

Migrant domestic workers play a significant role in the workforce and contribute substantially to the prosperity of Gulf states, yet have almost no access to legal or governmental protection to exercise their labor rights. It’s time for a change. #IDWD25

Global Labor Justice @globallaborjustice.bsky.social · Jun 16

Today, on International #DomesticWorkersDay, we call for labor and human rights for #DomesticWorkers in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. #IDWD25

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Global Labor Justice @globallaborjustice.bsky.social · Jun 10

"If Nike wants to keep pretending it’s a global leader in corporate responsibility, maybe it should start by listening to the people who make their shoes," says Aaron Kirk Douglas in a 🔥 @oregonian.com LTE on the Fight the Heist U.S. worker delegation. #SeeUsNike www.oregonlive.com/opinion/2025...

Readers respond: Nike should listen to workers

Letters to the Editor can be submitted to [email protected] with full name and place of residence.

www.oregonlive.com

Global Labor Justice @globallaborjustice.bsky.social · Jun 3

Today, garment workers in Asia face many of the same dangers: poverty wages, union suppression & production demands that come at the cost of health & safety. Learn more: asia.floorwage.org/triangle-shi... 2/2

Day Six Of The Worker Action Tour | Nike, Triangle, and the Women Workers Still Fighting – Asia Floor Wage Alliance

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Global Labor Justice @globallaborjustice.bsky.social · Jun 3

Garment worker activists, Dedeh, Dinar & Leni visited the Triangle Shirtwaist Memorial. This visit was not only an act of remembrance—it was a statement. 1/2 #SeeUsNike

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LabourStart @labourstart.bsky.social · May 18

ASIA: Garment Workers: Still Fighting for Safety and Pay editorialge.com/garment-work...

Garment Workers in South Asia: Still Fighting for Safety and Fair Pay

Explore the ongoing fight for safety, wages, and dignity among garment workers in South Asia—10+ years after Rana Plaza and still counting.

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