The workshop aimed to enhance participants’ skills in effectively communicating social security concepts and fostering constructive social dialogue. Key topics included the importance of social security, communication strategies, and collective bargaining techniques.
Objectives:
- Strengthen social protection, labor rights, and communication skills.
- Expand BSPAN’s advocacy network and functions.
Key Sessions:
- Empowering Communication – Tahsin Tabassum emphasized the power of communication and its impact on interactions.
- Safeguarding Against Vulnerability – China Rahman highlighted the role of communication skills in mitigating risks and promoting social protection.
- Harnessing the Art of Bargaining – Alam Hossain discussed bargaining strategies, referencing garment workers’ wage negotiations.
Discussions & Key Takeaways:
- Importance of communication in negotiations and advocacy.
- Understanding social protection and its effects.
- Techniques for collective bargaining and negotiation.
- Application of communication skills in real-life advocacy efforts.
Outcomes:
The workshop successfully raised awareness about social protection and bargaining while improving participants’ communication skills for effective advocacy.
