International Day for the Total Elimination of Nuclear Weapons: dismantle the warheads and build a common security
Recent events have shown that humanity is closer than ever to nuclear catastrophe. ‘Nuclear deterrence’ means a world permanently on the brink of catastrophe.
International Equal Pay Day: We need a new social contract to close the gender pay gap
On International Equal Pay Day, 18 September, the ITUC calls on all governments to adopt laws and reforms to close the persistent global gender pay gap of over 20%.
Modern slavery figures show the ‘urgent need’ for a new social contract
A new global estimate that 49.6 million people are in modern slavery on any given day has shown the need for immediate international action to end this scandal.
World Day for Decent Work: Wage Justice
This year’s World Day for Decent Work, 7 October, is dedicated to the millions of workers around the world seeking wage justice.
International Youth Day: young people can help build a New Social Contract
Many young people who were affected by the COVID-19 shutdown are still trying to get their place back in the labour market.
