Opinion | Adrift labour movements
Summary
The global labour movement is facing a crisis as young workers increasingly detach from traditional unions, seeking new forms of organisation that reflect their experiences and values.
Key Points
- The global labour movement faces a crisis due to disconnect between traditional unions and young workers.
- Young workers value flexibility, digital engagement, and issue-based activism over formal union structures.
- Modern youth face precarious job conditions including gig work, internships, and job insecurity without social protections.
- Labour institutions need to reinvent leadership and participation to stay relevant for younger generations.
