Minister Charles Reaffirms Jamaica’s Commitment to Social Justice and Decent Work for All
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Minister Charles Reaffirms Jamaica’s Commitment to Social Justice and Decent Work for All
Minister of Labour & Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., has reaffirmed Jamaica’s Commitment to Social Justice and Decent Work for All. Minister Charles was delivering his Statement to the 111th Session of the International Labour Conference in Geneva, Switzerland, on Monday, June 12, 2023.
The Minister reaffirmed Jamaica’s commitment to enacting legislation that safeguards the safety and health of all workers, noting that “a safe and healthy working environment is not a privilege, BUT AN ENTITLEMENT for all workers”.
The Minister emphasized that “the issue of social justice is critical” and stated that “In Jamaica, the advancement of Social Justice and the Decent Work Agenda are at the core of our policies and programmes”. He pointed to Jamaica’s Social Justice (So-JUST) Programme, which was launched in January 2023, noting that the programme is geared towards strengthening inclusive governance, the rule of law and access to justice with special focus on vulnerable communities and “at risk” groups.
Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., Minister of Labour and Social Security, delivers his Statement to the International Labour Conference in Geneva, Switzerland, on Monday, June 12, 2023.
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