social justice

Labor Rights
GROUP #2

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CLASS | MS. ENCABO

list of
Members 1. ADOLFO, KC JIL
2. BADANA, RHEA LOU
3. BEQUILLA, MA. JAMAICA
4. GONZALES, DENISE NICOLE
5. OGARIO, PHOEBE HILLARY
 justice :
Labor Exploitation GROUP #2

Unfair wages, unsafe working

conditions, and lack of workers'
rights.
observations :
Involved
Labor exploitation in the Philippines,
particularly in Cebu, is a growing concern,
affecting not only individuals involved but also
the country's economic development, with
issues such as inadequate salaries, foreign
migration, and undermining wages.

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 PRIVATE TEACHER
WAGE: 8,000/MONTH
HOURS: 8 HOURS A DAY

example
Situation
ARTICLE XIII, SECTION 3 OF THE 1987 CONSTITUTION

Mandates the state to protect workers from exploitation by ensuring

fair compensation and just working conditions.

REPUBLIC ACT NO. 6727, ALSO KNOWN AS THE WAGE

RATIONALIZATION ACT

Establishes the National Wages and Productivity Commission to regulate

minimum wage rates and promote fair compensation for workers.

laws or policies
Involved
LABOR CODE OF THE PHILIPPINES, BOOK III

Provides comprehensive regulations on labor, including provisions on

minimum wage rates and promote fair cmpansensation for workers.

WAGE ORDER NO. ROVII-D.W.03.

Specific regional wage order setting minimum wage rates and

conditions to ensure adequate compensation for workers in particular
area or industry.

laws or policies
Involved
 data or statictics

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why is it a
Problem?
Labor Exploitation poses multifaceted problems due to
its pervasive impact on communities, economies and
especially individuals:

1) Violation of Dignity and Freedom.

2) It can lead to injuries, illnesses and long term heallth
problems
3) It can disrupt communities by separating families due
to migration for work. IMAGE:
4) It challenges ethical and moral principles by allowing https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2019/04/12/1909396/ph
exploitation for profit, undermining the dignity of ilippine-statistics-authority-report-aims-stop-wage-hike-labor-
groups
individuals.
why is it a
Problem?
The following are the economic implications of labor
exploitation:

1. Exploited labor often leads to unmotivated and

overworked employees which decreases productivity
that can affect the overall output and efficiency of
industries.
2. It hinder economic development by pereptuatiing
poverty cycles, reducing consumer spending power. IMAGE:
3. Proloned exploitations can lead to social discontent, https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2019/04/12/1909396/ph
protests and labor strike. ilippine-statistics-authority-report-aims-stop-wage-hike-labor-
groups
why is it a
Problem?
Labor exploitation is a significant issue because it
involves the unfair treatment of workers, often
violating their rights and dignity. It can lead to poor
working conditions, inadequate wages, and lack of
worker protections, perpetuating poverty and
inequality. It undermines social justice and ethical
business practices, highlighting human rights and fair
economic systems. IMAGE:
https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2019/04/12/1909396/ph
ilippine-statistics-authority-report-aims-stop-wage-hike-labor-
groups
 Labor exploitation affects a wide range of people. Those
directly involved are the exploited workers themselves,
often individuals from vulnerable groups such as migrant
workers, low-income individuals, or those lacking access
to education and resources. Employers seeking to cut
costs or maximize profits may also be involved in exploiting
labor. Additionally, government agencies, advocacy
groups, human rights organizations, and the general
public are concerned about addressing labor exploitation,
aiming to protect workers' rights, enforce labor laws, and
create fair and just working conditions for everyone

who are the

involved in the workforce.

People Involved?
 thank
1.
2.
ADOLFO, KC JIL
BADANA, RHEA LOU
You!
3. BEQUILLA, MA. JAMAICA
4. GONZALES, DENISE NICOLE
5. OGARIO, PHOEBE HILLARY