Towards New Practices of Good Work
Work that is good, does good, and feels good (Ruijters, 2018) is more than just a noble aspiration. Good work is an essential pillar for the economic transformation that many sectors urgently need. In this project, we explore how good work can be shaped in organizations and in the labor market.
Despite its clear benefits, the concept of 'good work' is complex and multifaceted, with diverse interpretations and practical challenges. In many places, good work struggles to take shape or is even under pressure. Our project therefore focuses on clarifying and concretizing this concept. Together with practical partners, we are developing tools for organizations that want to work on good work. Our ultimate goal is to make good work accessible to more people.
Good Work according to ...
As part of the project, we are interviewing dozens of people, with and without paid work, about what good work means to them. Through this, we are forming a rich picture of the different meanings and the value of good work. We have been able to make short videos of a few of them.