Households support pay raises for domestic workers, but question whether they will be able to afford other benefits.

The Ministry of Labor announced this week a 30% increase in the minimum wage for domestic workers and employees, a measure supported by households that hire these services, although they wonder how these increases will be managed while maintaining the extra benefits provided in addition to income, such as travel or royalties. "I understand that the government wants to make these increases, but it's difficult to control because, generally, these …

In the Dominican Republic, a concentration took place that brought together hundreds of working women and became a space for visibility and empowerment. Women shared testimonies about the difficult working conditions they face daily, where the lack of protection and recognition is a constant. The concentration called in the Independence Park of the Dominican Republic...