Our Campaigns
⚖️ Fair Wages for All Workers
- Employers pay below industry standards and often delay salary payments.
- Many workers are forced to work overtime without proper compensation.
- Women workers are often paid less than men for the same job.
- Pushing for a national minimum wage law that ensures fair pay for all.
- Negotiating collective agreements with employers to secure better wages.
- Advocating for wage equality to eliminate gender pay gaps.
Fighting for Workers’ Rights, Fair Wages, and Safe Workplaces
At UCFW Somalia, we believe that every worker deserves respect, fair treatment, and safe working conditions. That’s why we actively campaign to bring positive change for Somali workers across the commercial, food, and service sectors.
🛑 Stop Exploitation & Wage Theft
- Unpaid overtime and delayed wages.
- No employment contracts, making them vulnerable to sudden termination.
- Long working hours with no rest days or breaks.
- Pressuring the government to enforce stronger labor laws.
- Providing legal assistance to workers who experience wage theft.
- Educating workers about their rights and how to report exploitation.
Protecting Workers, Ensuring Justice
At UCFW Somalia, we stand against exploitation and wage theft. Every worker deserves to be paid fairly and treated with dignity. That’s why we actively fight to end unfair labor practices, hold exploitative employers accountable, and secure just wages for workers across all industries. Together, we can build a future where hard work is respected and fairly compensated.
🏢 Safe and Dignified Workplaces
- Lack of proper safety gear and training leads to workplace injuries.
- Women workers face harassment and discrimination.
- There is little to no job security or social protection.
- Pushing for stronger health and safety laws and enforcement.
- Training workers on their rights to a safe workplace.
- Fighting against workplace harassment and promoting a culture of dignity and respect.
Protecting Workers, Promoting Respect
At UCFW Somalia, we believe that every worker deserves a safe, respectful, and dignified workplace. No one should have to choose between their livelihood and their well-being. That’s why we actively advocate for stronger protections, fair treatment, and better working conditions across all industries—ensuring that every worker can perform their job without fear, harm, or exploitation.
👩🔧 Strengthening Women Workers’ Rights
- Many work longer hours for lower wages.
- Pregnant women are often fired or denied maternity leave.
- Women in retail, hospitality, and food industries face higher risks of exploitation.
- Advocating for gender equality in wages and workplace policies.
- Fighting for paid maternity leave and job security for women.
- Providing legal support for women facing harassment or discrimination.
Equality, Fairness, and Empowerment
At UCFW Somalia, we believe that women deserve equal opportunities, fair wages, and safe workplaces. We are committed to empowering women workers by advocating for their rights, fighting discrimination, and ensuring that their voices are heard. Through active campaigns and policy changes, we strive to create a just and inclusive workforce where all women can thrive.
📜 Enforcing the New Somali Labor Code
- Many employers still ignore legal protections.
- Workers lack awareness about their new rights.
- There is no proper monitoring system to ensure compliance.
- Educating workers on how to use the new labor laws to protect themselves.
- Monitoring and reporting violations of labor rights.
- Engaging with the government to strengthen law enforcement.
Protecting Workers, Ensuring Justice
At UCFW Somalia, we are committed to upholding the rights and protections outlined in the new Somali Labor Code. Every worker deserves fair treatment, safe working conditions, and just compensation. That’s why we actively work to ensure that labor laws are enforced, employers are held accountable, and workers across all sectors receive the rights and dignity they deserve.