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Domestic workers in D.C. demand dignity

Oct 22 2025

Despite the passage of D.C.’s landmark Domestic Workers Employment Rights Amendment Act—which granted nannies, housekeepers, and home health aides critical protection against discrimination and the right to written contracts—advocates with the National Domestic Workers Alliance emphasize that legal policy alone is not enough. To combat ongoing wage theft, unsafe conditions, and workplace isolation in this historically undervalued industry, local organizers are actively reaching workers through outreach and safety workshops to turn legislative victory into real dignity, protection, and fair labor practices on the ground.

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DC Council unanimously voted in favor of passing the DC Domestic Workers Bill of Rights

Dec 22 2022

Today, the DC Council unanimously voted in favor of passing the DC Domestic Workers Bill of Rights! Read more about the campaign journey...

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DC passed the Domestic Workers Bill of Rights

Dec 20 2022

The DC Council took its final vote on and PASSED the DC Domestic Workers Bill of Rights! This is HUGE for the domestic worker movement in DC and across the country.

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It’s time to support the hidden workers who keep the 1 percent running

Dec 08 2022

This article highlights how domestic workers in Washington D.C., primarily women of color and often immigrants, have faced mistreatment and lack of essential rights due to a lack of contracts and regulations, with a historical basis in racism. The passage of a domestic workers bill of rights, providing basic employment protections, is advancing in the D.C. Council to address these issues and recognize the importance of these workers.

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Domestic Workers’ Protection Bill Passed By D.C. Council

Dec 07 2022

The Domestic Workers’ Bill of Rights, which aims to extend employment rights to more than 9,000 domestic workers in the District, passed unanimously during D.C. Council’s final legislative session of the year. The bill passed during its second and final vote on Wednesday. The bill will now move onto Mayor Muriel Bowser’s desk to either sign into law or veto.

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DC Council took its first vote on the DC Domestic Workers Bill of Rights

Dec 06 2022

Today, the full DC Council took its first vote on the DC Domestic Workers Bill of Rights. Watch the discussion and vote on the bill.

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54 organizations from throughout DC sign a letter endorsing the DC Domestic Workers Bill of Rights

Dec 01 2022

54 organizations from throughout DC signed a letter endorsing the DC Domestic Workers Bill of Rights. You can add your organization’s name to the organizational endorsement letter too.

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After four years of fighting for their rights, domestic workers are on the cusp of victory

Nov 30 2022

The article is about the struggles and challenges faced by domestic workers in Washington, D.C., particularly those who work in roles like construction and child care. It highlights the case of Yeny, a domestic worker who had a 16-hour workday but was not paid for her work by her employer.

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