World Day for Decent Work was established by the International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC) in 2008. The day is observed annually on October 7 to promote the concept of decent work, which encompasses not only job security and fair wages but also social protection, social dialogue, and workers’ rights.
World Day for Decent Work aims to highlight the importance of decent work in achieving economic growth, social justice, and sustainable development, and to encourage governments, businesses, and other stakeholders to prioritize these values in their policies and practices.
World Day for Decent Work focuses on the following key elements:
1. Fair Wages: Ensuring that workers receive fair and equitable wages that allow them to support themselves and their families, and to contribute to the well-being of their communities.
2. Job Security: Promoting stable and secure employment, and protecting workers from arbitrary dismissal or discrimination based on factors such as gender, race, or religion.
3. Safe and Healthy Working Conditions: Ensuring that workers have safe and healthy working environments, free from hazards and risks, and that they have access to appropriate training, protective equipment, and support.
4. Social Protection: Supporting the development of social protection systems, including healthcare, unemployment benefits, and pensions, which provide security and assistance to workers and their families in times of need.
5. Workers’ Rights: Upholding and promoting the rights of workers to join trade unions, engage in collective bargaining, and participate in decision-making processes that affect their lives and livelihoods.
6. Social Dialogue: Encouraging open and constructive dialogue between workers, employers, and governments, to ensure that the interests and concerns of all parties are taken into account in the development of policies and practices related to work and employment.
On World Day for Decent Work, various activities and events are organized around the globe to raise awareness about the importance of decent work and to advocate for policies and practices that support it.
Trade unions, worker organizations, employers, governments, and civil society groups participate in discussions, seminars, workshops, and campaigns aimed at promoting decent work as a fundamental human right and a key driver of economic and social progress.
Hidden Object Games
In honor of World Day for Decent Work, we invite you to join us in an engaging Hidden Object Game, emphasizing the importance of fairness, equality, and respect in the workplace. The game showcases various professional environments, from bustling corporate offices to serene home offices, dynamic construction sites, and even relaxing remote work locations.
Your challenge is to identify hidden objects that represent various aspects of decent work: safety equipment, motivational quotes, comfortable office chairs, a balanced work schedule, and more. This interactive and fun experience aims to raise awareness about the fundamental rights at work, equal opportunities, and safe working conditions.
So, gear up and join us in this search game to appreciate and promote the principles of decent work!
