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Organizing irregular workers in South Korea and labor-civic coalition

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This study examines how irregular workers in South Korea compensate for their lack of structural power by developing associational power through alliances with civil society organizations. The decline in structural power and rising job insecurity have rendered traditional union methods inadequate, worsening representation disparities. Through an analysis of the Youth Community Union (YCU) and other cases, this research demonstrates that irregular workers are creating novel methods of representation by building coalitions and leveraging community support, enhancing their ability to negotiate and advocate for their rights. By addressing immediate labor issues and broader social concerns, the YCU exemplifies the potential of cross-movement coalitions for long-term change. These efforts underscore the importance of strategic flexibility, community engagement, and utilizing various organizational strengths to advocate for workers' rights and socio-economic equity. This study highlights the significance of associational power in a changing labor market, offering insights into the evolving strategies of labor movements in South Korea.

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CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION 1
CHAPTER 2 THEORETICAL BACKGROUND 8
2.1 Associational Power 8
2.2 Labor union and civil society (Labor-civic alliance) 14
CHAPTER 3 ORGANIZING IRREGULAR WORKERS IN SOUTH KOREA 20
3.1 Irregular workers’ mobilization in South Korea 23
3.2 New forms of organizing irregular workers 29
3.3 Labor-civic alliance 37
3.3.1 Historical context of labor union and civil society network 38
3.3.2 Irregular workers and civil society coalition 43
CHAPTER 4 THE YOUTH COMMUNITY UNION 52
4.1 The background and significance of the formation 52
4.2 The role of the labor-civic network in union activity 59
CONCLUSION 65
REFERENCES 70

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