Slices of everyday life in export processing zones

Madagascar, the Philippines, the Dominican Republic ... just a few examples of the many countries sharing the same harsh reality of poverty wages, excessive working hours, deplorable living conditions, and sometimes violent repression of trade unions ...

In the Cavite free trade zone Christy Ramirez is working for the Korean company SD Philippines, which produces trousers and coats for various North American labels. Overtime is the norm and the gates are often locked to prevent the workers from leaving the factory before their task is finished, at a factory where the workers are currently fighting to obtain recognition for their trade union.
From the slums to the factory, a normal day in the life of Christy...

Category:

Nonprofits & Activism

Tags:

• export
• processing
• zones
• ITUC
• trade
• union
• decent
• work
• philippines
• workers
• rights