#fair-wages

#fair-wages

"Without their important, critical labor, our society would cease to function," said Esteban Wood, policy director at WeCount!. Wood said there needs to be more recognition of the importance of the labor domestic workers perform and the vulnerabilities they face in the workplace.

The sit-in highlighted significant wage disparities for UCSF social workers, who are paid 32% less than their hospital-based counterparts, fueling calls for better staffing and contracts.

Nannies often face undervaluation in their roles, dealing with challenges such as under-the-table payments and low wages, emphasizing the need for respect and fair compensation.

One Reddit user expressed frustration, questioning why they should tip hotel employees when they were already paying high rates for their stay, highlighting a common concern about tipping culture.