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1. From Precarious Work to Just Work and Dignified Life

   

   “I work in the agricultural sector, the heat in the fields is unbearable and the conditions are very hard. They exploit me and treat me as if I were a machine, not a person. Despite all the effort, the salary is barely enough to cover the basics.” - Bendjy, Haitian migrant

   Today, October 7, we are celebrating the International Day for Decent Work. This day reminds us of the importance of ensuring just and dignified working conditions for all workers around the world. Decent work is a fundamental right that we all deserve. It means having a job with just conditions, decent wages, adequate social protection, and a safe and healthy working environment. It is work that respects human dignity and promotes equal opportunity without discrimination.

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2. Extending And Strengthening YCW Action In Thailand

   

   The IYCW ASPAC extension worker conducted his annual field mission in Thailand from June 2-29, 2024. It aimed to follow up the recommendations identified by the extension commission in 2023, including the development of local leaders who will focus on the organizing work and development of action using the SEE-JUDGE-ACT method. In addition, meeting with adult YCWers in Thailand was also important during the visit to secure their support in the field of analysis, action, formation and training, methodology, coordination and finance.

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3. JOC Europe Seminar 2024: A Youth Vision on Equal Opportunities in Europe

   

   From September 5th to 8th, 2024, young activists from across Europe gathered in Brussels for the European seminar to reflect on the topic: "A Young Look at Equal Opportunities: How Much is There to Europe's Great Values?"  The seminar brought together young participants as well as experts who shared their knowledge on European anti-discrimination legislation and the significance of fighting for equal rights.

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4. Venezuela's young workers overcome difficulties by producing

   

   The reality in which we live

   Our country, Venezuela, has gained a certain notoriety over the last two decades, for a variety of reasons. Today, one of the most frequent topics in the news about Venezuela is migration; it is a fact that millions of people have sought in migration an alternative to the social, economic and political crisis that our country is undergoing today.

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5. Solidarity Among Young People: The Role of YCW in Brazil

   

   In the vibrant and diverse landscape of Brazil, a country marked by stark contrasts of wealth and poverty, the spirit of solidarity among young people stands as a beacon of hope. One of the key movements channeling this energy is the Young Christian Workers (Juventude Operária Católica, or JOC). Since its establishment 100 years ago, the JOC has played an instrumental role in advocating for the rights and welfare of young workers across the globe. In Brazil, the movement has taken on unique dimensions, reflecting the country's particular social and economic challenges.

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