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The International Young Christian Workers Asia Pacific (IYCW-ASPAC) serves as the regional coordination body of the International Young Christian Workers (IYCW) movement. It is responsible for inspiring, guiding, and supporting the actions and experiences of YCW national movements across Asia and the Pacific. The IYCW is a vibrant and proactive movement of young workers striving for justice and solidarity. Through collective action, they confront injustices rooted in their daily realities at work and in life. Currently, YCW operates in Japan, the Philippines, Thailand, Indonesia, Australia, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, India, and Hong Kong.

Challenges Facing Young Workers in Asia and the Pacific

Thousands of young workers in the region face challenges such as precarious work, unemployment, lack of social protection, workplace discrimination, stress, and the impacts of climate change. In this context, the work of YCW remains as relevant as ever, providing a platform for young workers to take collective action and advocate for change.

YCW's Mission and Commitment

The YCW movement prioritizes education through action, rooted in the lived experiences of young workers. It starts by addressing the personal and collective challenges faced by young workers, challenging the societal values that contradict their beliefs and aspirations.

Working collaboratively with other organizations, trade unions, and institutions, YCW envisions a society built on equality, solidarity, and justice. This vision includes equitable wealth and resource distribution, placing people at the center of economic, political, and social systems, and guaranteeing universally recognized fundamental rights for all.

International Plan of Action (IPA) 2023–2026

Under the IPA 2023–2026, YCW national movements in the ASPAC region are focusing on the following key areas:

1. Decent Work and Social Protection
2. Gender and Diversity
3. Access to Quality Education
4. Environment
5. Social and Solidarity Economy

Reference National On-Going Actions Across Asia and the Pacific

YCW- Indonesia

• Promoting Social Solidarity Economy in the Sancanaga community to enhance income, preserve the environment, and protect cultural heritage.

YCW- Philippines

• Advocating for social protection and access to government services and programs for young fisherfolk in Mercedes, Camarines Norte.

YCW- Pakistan

• Empowering women through training programs, livelihood education, and economic initiatives to combat gender discrimination.

YCW- Australia

• Creating spaces for young people to foster leadership, community, and social expression through initiatives like the Sol' Music Festival, which addresses mental health and social issues while promoting solidarity.

YCW- Sri Lanka

• Addressing the livelihoods and societal roles of women workers through Social Solidarity Economy initiatives.

YCW- Japan

• Tackling precarious work conditions by addressing issues related to work hours, rest, workplace pressure, relationships, and wages.

YCW- Thailand

• Supporting migrant workers and platform workers in precarious work environments.

YCW- India

• Rebuilding the YCW movement with support from former members, aiming to regain full membership status by 2026.

Through these actions, YCW-ASPAC continues to empower young workers to transform their realities and build a more just and equitable society.

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