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Top Academic Journal of Economics and Statistics
Vol. 8 No. 2 (2023): March-April
Original Articles

INCLUSIVE GROWTH: EXAMINING THE POSITIVE OUTCOMES OF LABOR UNION MEMBERSHIP IN BENIN

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  • Jean-Pierre Houssouvi Agbodjinou,
  • Marie-Louise Kossiwe Yékpé ,
  • François-Xavier Sègnonvi Hounsa
Jean-Pierre Houssouvi Agbodjinou
Faculty of Economics and Management (FASEG), University of Abomey-Calavi (UAC)
Marie-Louise Kossiwe Yékpé
Faculty of Economics and Management (FASEG), University of Abomey-Calavi (UAC)
François-Xavier Sègnonvi Hounsa
Faculty of Economics and Management (FASEG), University of Abomey-Calavi (UAC)

Published 2023-09-20

Keywords

  • Labor Market,
  • Trade Unions,
  • Wage Inequality,
  • Worker Well-being,
  • Collective Bargaining

How to Cite

Jean-Pierre, H. A., Marie-Louise, K. Y., & François-Xavier , S. H. (2023). INCLUSIVE GROWTH: EXAMINING THE POSITIVE OUTCOMES OF LABOR UNION MEMBERSHIP IN BENIN. Top Academic Journal of Economics and Statistics, 8(2), 9–30. Retrieved from http://topjournals.org/index.php/TAJES/article/view/606

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Abstract

The labor market's functionality, with a specific focus on the pivotal role of institutions like trade unions, has garnered significant attention within the context of developed nations in recent decades. This research investigates the impact of trade unions on wage disparities, drawing inspiration from the foundational studies of Dunlop (1944), Ross (1948), and Lewis (1963). It is widely acknowledged that trade unions play a vital role in enhancing the earnings of their members, but this comes with the potential consequence of limiting overall wage inequality. The primary objective of trade unions revolves around enhancing the well-being of their members by advocating for higher wages, improved working conditions, and increased job security (Manda et al., 2005). To accomplish these objectives, trade unions employ an array of legal tactics, ranging from collaborative negotiations with employers and public authorities to resorting to strike actions.

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