Labor Commemorative Month Commences in Ho Chi Minh City

Labor Commemorative Month Commences in Ho Chi Minh City

HELLO THERE! Let's talk about Workers' Month in Ho Chi Minh City – a special occasion for trade unions to care for union members and workers in need. This annual event, initiated in 2009, is jam-packed with meaningful activities aimed at protecting workers' rights and ensuring their welfare!

Here's a peek at what goes down during this awesome month:

1. "Million gifts - Thank you workers" Program: You might've heard of this one! It's a program dedicated to supporting workers who are facing a tough time, whether it's through financial aid or other means.
2. "Creative workers, confidently step into a new era" Program: This program's all about recognizing and honoring the extraordinary contributions of workers who shine at skill-based competitions.
3. Dialogues and Forums: These are chances for workers to lay their thoughts and aspirations on the table, speak up, and propose ideas to keep the city's authorities and employers in the know. It's like a town hall meeting just for workers!
4. Healthcare Services: Trade unions in Ho Chi Minh City offer a range of healthcare services, with the goal of keeping workers in top shape and making sure they're well taken care of.
5. Occupational Safety and Health Activities: In alignment with the Action Month for Occupational Safety and Health, these activities are designed to boost awareness, instill a sense of responsibility, and advance the skills of officials in ensuring safe and healthy workplaces.

Now, you might be wondering about the funding of all these fantastic programs – well, fear not! The trade unions at all levels in Ho Chi Minh City have got this covered. In total, they plan to spend an impressive VNĐ145 billion (approximately $5.6 million) on the various initiatives during Workers' Month. The HCM City Labour Federation is contributing VNĐ46.5 billion (about $1.8 million), while the remainder comes from grassroots unions and enterprises in the city[1].

This year, Workers' Month coincides with the implementation of the Action Month for Occupational Safety and Health, so trade unions will band together with relevant departments and employers to keep an eye on workplace safety and make sure everyone's following labor and occupational safety and health laws. It's going to be a great month for the workers of Ho Chi Minh City!

Võ Khắc Thái, chairman of the city Labour Federation, presents gifts to disadvantaged workers at the opening ceremony of Workers' Month on April 19. Photo sggp.org.vn

1. "The 'Million gifts - Thank you workers' Program' offers financial aid and support to workers who are facing challenging times."
2. "The 'Creative workers, confidently step into a new era' Program celebrates workers who excel in skill-based competitions."
3. "Workers have a platform for expressing their opinions and suggestions during dialogues and forums throughout Workers' Month."
4. "Trade unions in Ho Chi Minh City prioritize workers' health by providing various healthcare services for their members."
5. "Occupational Safety and Health Activities strive to increase awareness, foster responsibility, and enhance skills for keeping workplaces safe and healthy."
6. "The city's trade unions, at all levels, are investing a significant sum of VNĐ145 billion (approximately $5.6 million) in the activities and programs during Workers' Month."
7. "During Workers' Month, trade unions in Ho Chi Minh City adhere to labor and occupational safety and health laws along with relevant departments and employers, ensuring a safe and healthy environment in the workplace."

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