Economic Concerns Mount as Brazilian Congress Debates Ending 6x1 Work Schedule
Brazilian Congress debates ending 6x1 work schedule amid warnings that reduced work hours could diminish productivity and raise consumer prices.
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President Lula Advocates New Policy to Raise Brazil's Minimum Wage
President Lula insists on adopting new policies to raise Brazil's minimum wage, linking wage growth to the country's GDP and criticizing opposition viewpoints.
Amazonas Assembly Reviews Proposal to Enhance Support for Domestic Workers
A new legislative proposal in Amazonas seeks to establish a state policy to better support and value domestic workers.
Brazil and France Collaborate to Modernize Employment Policies in Pará
Brazil and France deepen cooperation efforts in Pará to modernize employment policies through the expanded 'Sine em Transformação' project and enhanced job promotion activities.
Public Hearing Exposes Precarious Working Conditions at Banco do Brasil
A public hearing in Brasília addresses deteriorating labor conditions and service quality at Banco do Brasil amid restructuring.
Brazilian Labor Justice Faces Critical Challenges Amid Supreme Court Ruling and Work Precarization
Labor rights in Brazil face severe risks due to a pending Supreme Court ruling and rising precarious work practices, warns journalist Leonardo Sakamoto.
Rise in Brazil's Digital Platform Workers Brings Higher Earnings but Longer Hours and Lingering Informality
Brazil’s digital platform workforce grew 25.4% by 2024, earning more but facing longer hours and high informality rates, per IBGE data.
Mental Health and Its Growing Impact on Brazil's Labor Market
Mental health challenges are increasingly influencing Brazil's labor market, as discussed in a recent debate.