INTERNATIONAL ALLIANCE OF WASTE PICKERS

The International Alliance of Waste Pickers is a union of waste picker organizations representing more than 460,000 workers across 34 countries
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IAWP’s Vision for a Just Transition for Waste Pickers under the UN Plastics Treaty

Publication year: 2023

Abstract

The IAWP firmly believes that the forthcoming UN Plastics Treaty has the potential to not only address global plastic pollution but also bring about a transformative change in the conditions and rights of workers in materials management systems. To achieve this, it is imperative that member states include detailed mandates for a just transition throughout the UN Plastics Treaty, including in a dedicated Article on just transition and actionable guidelines in an Annex. This would represent a crucial step in recognizing waste pickers and acknowledging their historic contributions to plastic pollution reduction.

Executive summary

Position paper


IAWP’s Vision for a Just Transition for Waste Pickers under the UN Plastics Treaty. Front page of the report.