Strengthen unions and the right to strikeUnion approval hit its highest point since 1965, yet only 11.6% of workers are represented by a union. Labor law reforms that restore workers’ right to form unions and strengthen the right to strike would help ensure workers have the leverage they need to secure their share of economic growth. Boost worker pay and tackle wage inequalityThe value of the federal minimum wage is at its lowest point in 66 years. Make pay more equitable for teachers and address the educator shortageThe teacher pay penalty hit a new high of 23.5% in 2021. The holiday season is a good time to remember the impact of policies like these on the lives and circumstances of workers and their families.

Source: Ethiopian News December 24, 2022 18:31 UTC