How Indonesian Gig Workers Are Organizing w/ Rida Qadri
Tech Won't Save Us
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Empowering Gig Workers in Jakarta
This chapter examines how gig workers in Jakarta have created their own support systems in the face of minimal assistance from employers and the government. It highlights the evolving dynamics between app-based drivers and traditional motorcycle taxi drivers, showcasing how collective organization and community actions have emerged in response to various challenges, including those posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. The discussion underscores the resilience of these workers and the differences in support structures provided by local and Western companies during times of crisis.
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