‘Justice for all people’: Student activists speak out

“For me, [this internship] is like a dream come true. It is an amazing opportunity to develop my law studies and also to be able to talk with workers and learn about the union. I’m passionate about social issues, and what I want the most is justice for all people.”

Gabriela Trentin Zandona, 23
Agua Boa, Brazil

“Right now, income inequality is really high throughout the world. No matter [if it’s] in a developed country or in a developing country, it’s really hard to achieve harmony. Global solidarity among workers is essential right now to make change. We should do something to organize workers so that they can bargain for fairness, dignity and democracy.”

Jing Li, 22
Wuhan, China

“What interests me the most [about my internship with the GOI] is the chance to take part in real actions with real people and to learn what they mean to them. I hope to understand how to make these actions transform into better working environments and good conditions for workers.”

Rodrigo Bernardes, 24
Sao Paulo, Brazil

“It feels good to be a part of something that works toward a deeper cause, not only nationally, but through working towards a global middle class. I love that there is a deeper meaning to all of the actions.”

Trinh Van, 22
Melbourne, Australia

“Global solidarity is important because nowadays the situation of workers is getting worse … Solidarity brings workers together. They can talk about problems. It is easier to find solutions together than alone.”

Pitiya Selvanayagan, 22
Dortmuud, Germany