Description
On 2 May 2024, the WageIndicator Foundation will host a webinar to formally launch the publication of its Living Wage estimates for over 165+ countries across the world. The estimates themselves will be accessible from the 1st of May, International Workers Day.
In this webinar, WageIndicator will introduce attendees to the published Living Wage data, show them how to use it, and acknowledge the funders that have enabled free access to this data, making it a public good. The webinar will conclude with some interventions from key stakeholders on discussing the importance of accessible Living Wage estimates to enable transparency and fairness in labour markets.
Date and Time
Date: 2nd May, 2024
Time: 15:00 - 16:00 CEST
Slides and Recording
You can view the slides we used in the session here and watch the video recording below.
Agenda
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Welcome address |
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Introduction to WageIndicator and the Living Wage Database
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Importance of Living Wage Publication |
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Explanation of WageIndicator's Living Wage Methodology |
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| Acknowledgement of Publication Funders | Vivian Hartlief - Fundraising Lead and Project Manager, WageIndicator Foundation |
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The Importance of Publicly Available Living Wage Data |
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Closing address |
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Vivian Hartlief - Fundraising Lead and Project Manager, WageIndicator Foundation
Fiona Dragstra - General Director, WageIndicator Foundation
Paulien Osse - Co-Founder and Lead Living Wage Team, WageIndicator Foundation
Daniela Ceccon - Director of Data, WageIndicator Foundation
Nii Ashia Amanquarnor - Data Analyst, WageIndicator Foundation
Rachel Crowburn-Walden - Global Head of Sustainability (Human Rights), Unilever
Gilles Vermot Desroches - Chief Corporate Citizenship Officer, Schneider Electric
Prof. Martin Kahanec - Former Dean Central European University and Scientifc Director of Central European Labour Studies Institute (CELSI)