There Is Power in a Union - Organising in the Gig Economy

Explore the challenges and potential solutions for organizing workers in the gig economy through this insightful Web Summit 2017 panel discussion featuring Oisin Hanrahan from Handy, Richard Socarides from GLG, Andy Stern from Services Employees International Union, and Sabrina Siddiqui from The Guardian. Delve into topics such as the current labor regime, proposed solutions for gig workers, the role of major players in driving change, and the concept of portable benefits. Gain valuable insights on the complexities of negotiating worker rights in the digital age, the importance of finding the right political motivators, and the potential for innovative approaches like XPrize to address these pressing issues.