Domestic workers

How Do You Organize Workers Who Live and Sleep in Their Bosses’ Homes?

How Do You Organize Workers Who Live and Sleep in Their Bosses’ Homes? How Do You Organize Workers Who Live and Sleep in Their Bosses’ Homes?

Hong Kong’s domestic workers face an uphill struggle to secure their basic rights against exploitation and abuse.

Feb 13, 2015 / Michelle Chen

Judge Rules That Home Care Workers Are Really Just ‘Companions’

Judge Rules That Home Care Workers Are Really Just ‘Companions’ Judge Rules That Home Care Workers Are Really Just ‘Companions’

These workers have grueling jobs—but they’re still not eligible for minimum wages or overtime pay.

Jan 16, 2015 / Michelle Chen

Homecare Worker Protections Thwarted in Court

Homecare Worker Protections Thwarted in Court Homecare Worker Protections Thwarted in Court

Just before Christmas, a federal judge stuck down minimum wage and overtime protections for millions of homecare workers.

Dec 26, 2014 / Michelle Chen

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