Amazon workers across more than 20 countries, including the U.S. and the U.K., plan to strike from Black Friday to Cyber Monday, two of the retail giant’s busiest shopping days. The protests, organized by UNI Global Union and Progressive International, aim to hold Amazon accountable for alleged labour abuses, environmental harm, and threats to democratic systems.
“Make Amazon Pay Day” seeks to unite workers and activists globally in demanding fair treatment and accountability from one of the world’s largest companies.
“We stand united in demanding that Amazon treat its workers fairly, respect fundamental rights, and stop undermining the systems meant to protect us all. ‘Make Amazon Pay Day’ is becoming a global act of resistance against Amazon’s abuse of power,” said Christy Hoffman, general secretary of UNI Global Union.
Demonstrations are planned in Germany, France, Japan, Brazil, Turkey, and India. In Germany, thousands of workers across multiple towns are expected to walk off the job, while in New Delhi, hundreds are set to rally for better working conditions. The scale of U.S. participation remains unclear.
Labour organisers argue the protests reflect a growing global push to challenge corporate practices amid rising income inequality. According to the International Labour Organization, post-pandemic inflation has significantly reduced the real value of minimum wages in many countries, intensifying the financial strain on workers.
This marks the fifth year of coordinated “Make Amazon Pay” actions. Past demonstrations have drawn thousands of workers to strike at Amazon facilities across Europe, including Germany, Spain, and Italy.
The protests aim to send a strong message to Amazon and other corporations about the growing discontent with labour conditions and environmental practices.