Asia Floor Wage Alliance (AFWA)

No one should have to endure gender-based violence and harassment in the world of work. As a C190 Arc Task Force member, we’re proud to launch a new website on how C190 can address GBVH and its implementation in contexts with and without ratification. Stay tuned for more updates! #C190inAction

2024 marks the fifth anniversary of ILO Convention 190, the first international treaty to recognize everyone's right to a world of work free from violence and harassment. As a member of the C190 Arc Task Force, we are excited to launch a new website to showcase #C190inAction Stay tuned for more updates!

"The harrowing conditions faced by women garment workers across Asia highlight the urgent need for radical transformation in the global garment industry, especially as climate-related crises gain momentum." To read more - https://lnkd.in/etPP-89i

Asia Floor Wage Alliance (AFWA) Indonesia is seeking qualified candidates for the following positions based in Semarang and Batang. Application Deadline: November 24, 2024 Contact:?[email protected] For detailed job descriptions and requirements:?https://lnkd.in/ggTVcRwT

The Cost of Non-Food Necessities Food isn’t the only cost for garment workers. Non-food essentials like housing, healthcare, and education play a huge role in their budget. How much of a garment worker’s wage comprises non-food expenditure? ?? A) 45% ?? B) 55% ?? C) 60% ?? D) 70% Join our November 18 panel discussion to uncover the true cost of non-food essentials and how these expenses influence the demand for a living wage. Register here - https://lnkd.in/gXbPkPj5 #LivingWage24

Food Costs: A Heavy Burden on Workers’ Wages For garment workers in Asia, simply putting food on the table consumes a large chunk of their income. How much of their wages do garment workers spend on food? ?? A) 20% ?? B) 30% ?? C) 45% ?? D) 55% Get the full answer and explore the data at our November 18 panel discussion. Food costs are one of many factors that highlight the need for a living wage—let’s understand why it’s so essential for workers’ well-being and security. Register here - https://lnkd.in/gXbPkPj5 #LivingWage24

Our panel brings together trade union leaders, academic voices, and international campaign coordinators Join us for a landmark event as AFWA unveils its 2024 Living Wage figures and a deep dive into our comprehensive garment worker survey - spanning 185 factories and 2,700 workers across Bangladesh, Cambodia, India, Indonesia, Myanmar, Philippines, Sri Lanka, and Vietnam. ?? Key Focus Areas: ? Latest Living Wage figures for garment workers in Bangladesh, Cambodia, India, Indonesia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Sri Lanka, and Vietnam ? Consumption patterns in garment worker households ? Actual caloric intake & nutritional gaps ? Shortfalls in current wage and living wage requirements ? Impact on women workers & care economy ? Concrete steps for wage reform implementation ?? November 18, 2024 ?? 1 PM CET | 5:30 PM IST | 7 PM ICT | 7 AM EST Register here - https://lnkd.in/gXbPkPj5 #LivingWage24

How Far Are Garment Wages from a Living Wage? For garment workers across Asia, current wages don’t even come close to covering the basics. But just how big is the gap between what they earn and what they need to live a dignified life? ?? A) Half of the required living wage ?? B) One-third of the living wage ?? C) Two-thirds of the living wage ?? D) At least 75% less than a living wage Join our November 18 panel discussion to get the answer and dive into AFWA’s comprehensive survey data. Together, we’ll uncover what brands, suppliers and policymakers need to do to bridge this gap and secure a more stable and dignified future for garment workers and their families. Register for the Panel Discussion here - https://lnkd.in/gXbPkPj5 #LivingWage24

Debt Crisis Among Garment Workers: What’s the Real Story? Did you know that a shocking percentage of garment workers across Asia are trapped in debt? Wages fall so short of living costs that many workers are left with no choice but to borrow to make ends meet. Find out the answer and discover the full story behind these figures in our November 18 panel discussion. AFWA’s 2024 Living Wage Survey Data digs deep into the daily struggles and financial pressures garment workers face—and what must change. Register for the Panel Discussion here - https://lnkd.in/gXbPkPj5 #LivingWage24

?? Exciting News! Abiramy Sivalogananthan, Regional Coordinator for South Asia - AFWA, will be speaking at BoF VOICES 2024! On November 13, Abiramy will join Beto Bina and Laurie Parsons, with Sarah Kent for a thought-provoking discussion titled "What Happens When It's Too Hot to Make Fashion?" Held from November 12 to November 15 at Soho Farmhouse in Oxfordshire, UK, the event brings together thought leaders from diverse fields—film, music, philanthropy, activism, art, architecture, and design—to explore pressing issues shaping our world. Watch the live session here - https://lnkd.in/deYyTiQB #BoFVOICES2024 #SustainableFashion