2015/12/09 |
Migrant Workers Call for Justice in Working as Long-Term Caretakers
For both family members and foreign caretakers, they work 14 hours a day, which lasts for an average of 10 years. In a long run, this is an enormous pressure both mentally and physically. However, the government and society do not see their plight.
2015/08/24 |
Unreasonable Working Conditions for Migrant Fishermen in Taiwan
There are employers that take NT$ 5,000 (approximately US$ 151) each month out of the fishermen's salary as boarding and food costs. With agencies also cutting unreasonable payments, the workers are left with almost nothing.
2015/07/15 |
Vietnamese Fishers and Caretakers Granted Permission to Work in Taiwan
If authorities keep ignoring the profession and social status of blue-collar workers, this new policy will only relieve the problems temporarily and cause more harm in the future.
2015/07/06 |
Japanese Share Houses Relieving Soaring Housing Costs
The family-like environment encourages social interaction and appeals to many young adults who are on a tight budget.