The end of February also marks the official start of summer in Thailand. According to the Thai Meteorological Department, the country entered the hot season on 22 February 2026. Forecasts suggest that temperatures in the upper regions of Thailand may reach 36–37°C on average, with some areas potentially experiencing highs of 40–43°C. The coming months are expected to be noticeably hotter than usual.
January has quickly passed.
Over the past month, we have been working to push forward the agenda of the ILO Convention and Recommendation on Decent Work in the Platform Economy, which is expected to be discussed at the ILC this June. This is a critical milestone for platform workers worldwide. It is essential that workers are able to shape this international standard to ensure that governments put people before platforms.
Happy New Year 2026! 🎉
May the new year be a time for rest and renewal, bringing happiness, peace of mind, and the strength to live the life you have set out to pursue.
Wishing you all good health and many good things throughout the year. ✨
As November comes to an end and we enter the final month of the year, our thoughts are with the millions of people in Southern Thailand and across Southeast Asia who are facing the devastation of recent floods.
October Wrap-Up!
The closer we get to the year’s end, the faster the days seem to pass. This month we’ve been on the road, in rooms, and out on the streets with workers. It’s been a lot of movement and even more conversation. Here’s a quick look back at what we’ve been up to.
September wrap-up is here! ✊
This month brought powerful conversations, shared struggles, and new connections across movements. We’ve captured the key moments for you. Read through!
August is the month when Thai society turns its attention to “mothers,” with campaigns celebrating their importance. It’s also a moment to recognize that mothers are workers, both at home and outside. In this month’s Story of Impact, we bring this issue forward to make our celebration of Mother’s Day more meaningful.
This July, we publish this newsletter in the midst of heightened tensions along the Thai-Cambodian border. These developments have affected the safety, livelihoods, and working conditions of people in the area, many of whom are facing growing uncertainty. While the situation has yet to be resolved, we hope that all parts involved will work toward a careful and thoughtful resolution, placing the safety of the people at the center.
Pride Month ♥ As we wrap up June, we continue to carry the spirit of pride forward. With Thailand officially legalizing same-sex marriage, this Pride is more than symbolic, it’s a true celebration of love and equality.
We’re already halfway through 2025. A big round of applause to everyone who has been enduring, fighting, and simply making it through. As we move into the rest of the year, let’s keep going and continue supporting each other in all that we do.
Lately, it feels like time is moving faster than ever. Every week brings new plans, actions, and reflections, then back to action again.
In May, we brought “the draft Independent Workers Promotion and Protection Bill” issue to the Parliament through a social dialogue. Beyond the meeting room, we joined rider networks to rally at the Bhumjaithai Party headquarter, demanding attention and immediate action from the party that oversees the Ministry of Labour.
April is usually the hottest month here in Thailand, but it’s also a time of celebration. As we welcome the Thai new year, we wish all our readers happiness, good health, fresh energy — and don’t forget to stay hydrated!
March is an important month, marked by International Women’s Day on the 8th, a day rooted in the fight for working women’s rights. As we are committed to empowering women and advancing gender equality, JELI sees this as a time to reflect on the struggles and sacrifices of those who paved the way for the rights and protections we have today.
