International Code of Conduct Association ICoCA 348d ago

Emmy Lubega, a private security worker and Community Liaison Officer at UNI Global Union, addresses ongoing challenges faced by security guards. She highlights issues such as extended working hours without proper compensation, delayed salary payments and unfair recruitment practices burdening workers with high fees and loans. Ms. Lubega emphasises the detrimental impact on workers' livelihoods and families, including the risk of losing collateral like land titles due to financial instability. She also raises concerns about unfair deportations, gender inequality and discriminatory practices in promotions within the industry. Her testimonial underscores the urgent need for reforms to protect workers' rights and ensure fair treatment across the sector. Learn more about ICoCA's research on working conditions in the private security sector: https://icoca.ch/working-conditions/