When workplace unionism in global value chains does not function well: exploring the impediments
Improving working conditions at the bottom of global value chains has become a central issue in our global economy. In this battle, trade unionism has been presented as a way for workers to make their voices heard. Therefore, it is strongly promoted by most social standards. However, establishing a...
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2020
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Journal of business ethics
Year: 2020, Volume: 162, Issue: 2, Pages: 379-398 |
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Aufsatz in Zeitschrift
B Working conditions B Private social standards B Workplace unionism B Ethiopia B Global value chains B Cut flower industry |
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