Reba is a domestic worker in Kolkata. She uses the money she earns to pay off debts she had to take on when her husband was seriously ill and to pay for private tutoring for her son so that things will be better for him. She spoke to Roli Mahajan.
Worldwide, people in precarious jobs are fighting for a better life. Their stories underscore the importance of fair working conditions – and international accountability.
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For a long time, the Uzbek state forced both adults and children to pick cotton. A boycott and international pressure led to meaningful reforms, improving the workers’ situation. Nevertheless, labour rights continue to be inconsistently implemented, and t
