Făgăraș, August 8, 2024 (11.00 A.M. – 12.30 P.M.)

In a world where economic inequality keeps growing, it is critical to comprehend the function of labor unions. This course explores the origins and relevance of labor unions and their influence on the development of contemporary society. Participants will learn why individual efforts alone cannot effectively address the class struggle and why collective action through labor unions is vital through a combination of theoretical analysis, case studies, and modern instances.

Participants in this course will examine the strategies used by labor unions to promote decent pay, secure employment, and safe working conditions. They will also look at the activism of labor unions’ wider social ramifications, such as how it affects laws and economic systems.

This course provides vital insights into labor unions’ ongoing relevance in defining the modern socio-economic landscape. Whether you’re an aspiring activist, an experienced labor organizer, or just interested in power dynamics in the workplace, join the course to learn about the continued power of collective action in the fight for social and economic justice.

INSTRUCTOR

Lutz Drieling, M.A.

Departments/units: Făgăraș Summer School 2024, Educational Programs Department, Research Club, Center for International Affairs and Postdevleopment

Regions: Global

Topics: Social Inequalities, Economy and Trade, International Development