MA Coalition for Domestic Workers
One day all work will be valued equally.
Massachusetts Coalition for Domestic Workers (MCDW)
MCDW was born in December 2010 by MataHari: Eye of the Day, Brazilian Immigrant Center, Vida Verde Coop/Brazilian Women’s Group, Massachusetts Coalition for Professional Nannies, and Women’s Institute for Leadership Development.
Since its inception MCDW has participated in a the nation’s first survey for domestic workers. The first of its kind survey results will be released in June 2012. The survey project was an empowering experience. Nannies, house cleaners and adult care workers/ personal care attendants were trained to be surveyors and surveyed one another gathering vital information.
Today, MCDW is busy planning the state’s first Convention for Domestic Workers. We’re so excited to bring together domestic workers from all backgrounds.
The Domestic Worker Bill of Rights project is a one dear to MCDW’s heart.
The Bill of Rights will address current gaps in legal protection for domestic workers, address working conditions, living wage, sick days, vacation and injury on the job.
The best part is that it will be written by domestic workers for domestic workers. The Domestic Worker Convention and Care Congress will the time when workers come together and design a law that reflect true respect and dignity for domestic workers.
After the Domestic Worker Convention and Care Congress we will post summaries of the legal desires.
This fall the statute will be drafted and readied for a January 2013 legislative calendar!