Labor movements grew out of the need to protect the common interest of workers. For those in the industrial sector, organized labor unions fought for better wages, reasonable hours and safer working conditions. The labor movement also led efforts to stop child labor, give health benefits and provide aid to workers who were injured or retired.

We live in a global economy that is characterized by an unprecedented rise in global trade, investment, distribution of production, and global corporations. As we continue to build a global community of workers, people and organizations are fighting for the rights of individuals within every sector.

So, in today’s conversation we will discuss how labor movements have shaped our understanding of workers’ rights and how we might continue to fight for better labor standards across the globe.