We, the representatives of organizations and networks of home-based workers from five regions- Africa, East Europe and Central Asia, Latin America, South Asia and South East Asia- met in Stockholm on 21-22 May 2018. In the meeting we affirmed the need for home-based workers to have their own international network (e.g. “HomeNet International”) in order to build unity and solidarity around common issues and challenges; to raise visibility and provide home-based workers with a strong voice on global platforms, and to share knowledge and experiences. We therefore committed ourselves to working towards the formation of an international network of home-based workers. (Stockholm Declaration, May 2018)
Why a global network?
Raise visibility internationally and gain recognition as workers
Provide a representative voice on global and regional platforms
Share experiences & good practices & learn from each other
Build a shared identity as HBWs
Use the power of a global voice to influence governments, employers & brands at global, regional, national and local levels
Work towards ratification of ILO Convention 177 and/or policies & laws
Mobilize and share funds/resources
Counter the global power of capital and of governments
Support home-based workers locally to strengthen organization and help improve HBWs’ livelihoods
Provide solidarity in struggles across countries and regions
Work together on common issues & challenges to bring change
