Bangkok Network
Ø This network, formed in 1999, addresses the needs of the majority group; i.e., sub-contracted homeworkers in Bangkok.
Ø Job creation and training as well as social protection for women homeworkers are a priority for the members here.
Ø The network is presently coordinated by homeworker leaders with the assistance of Homenet Thailand
Ø The network is divided into three zones , Burapa, Romklaw, and Thonburi
As at 2001, this network catered to about 10 districts in Bangkok which consist of approximately 50 groups / 600 homeworkers.
Success Story of Bangkok Network
· Homenet Bangkok is very active in presenting homeworkers’
demands in many events such as International Women’s Day and May
Day. It also joins other workers ‘activities in various policy campaigns.
· Homenet Bangkok has also been successful in creating a market space for Homenet members ,and linking up with the source of subcontracting work, especially in garments, for rural homeworkers.
· In 2002-2003 , four groups have undergone the training program on Health and Safety for Homebased Workers . They now have about 10 leaders who can monitor the health and safety standards at work in their communities