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A comparative analysis on trade union approaches to precarious work in the cleaning sector using the examples of the US, Germany and the Netherlands

  • Abstract Research on the practice of revitalization strategies in developed countries is growing, but there are still relatively few examinations of specific strikes conducted in connection with such strategies. This thesis would like to fill this gap. Drawing on Bronfenbrenner’s and Hickey’s (2004) conceptualization of the comprehensive campaign as a multifaceted approach, one that has notably been utilized in the SEIU’s ‘Justice for Janitors’ campaign, this thesis examines how both the IG BAU and the FNV-Bondgenoten have made use of elements of this approach in strike action. Analyzing data obtained through expert interviews, published documents and newspaper reports, I argue that both trade unions have shown that it is possible to pursue industrial action even with reduced membership density, while using elements of organizing.

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Author:Natale Fontana
URN:urn:nbn:de:kobv:b721-opus4-499
Document Type:Master's Thesis
Language:English
Date of Publication (online):2013/02/12
Date of first Publication:2013/11/21
Publishing Institution:Hochschulbibliothek HWR Berlin
Granting Institution:Hochschule für Wirtschaft und Recht Berlin
Date of final exam:2013/09/15
Release Date:2013/11/21
Page Number:117
Institutes:Berlin Professional School (BPS)
Licence (German):License LogoUrheberrechtsschutz