The Union of Auxiliary Personnel of Private Homes (UPACP) in Argentina has reported an upcoming salary increase for babysitters and adult caregivers, although the details have not yet been officially published. According to the union, there will be a staggered increase in salaries for February—and this will be paid out in early March—and for March, which will be paid out in April. These increases are crucial for domestic workers who provide essential services like childcare and elder care, reflecting the ongoing negotiations for fair wages within this sector.

UPACP announced via a tweet that it has reached an agreement through the National Commission on Domestic Work (CNTCP) to implement a salary adjustment that corresponds to the pay for February and March. For the salary of February, a 1.5% increase will be applied based on January's wages, while adjustments for March are still being finalized but indicate a significant effort by the union to improve compensation for domestic workers.

This development comes amid broader discussions about the rights and working conditions of domestic workers in Argentina, highlighting the importance of unions in advocating for fair labor practices. As the cost of living continues to rise, these adjustments may provide necessary relief for families and workers in an often-overlooked segment of the labor market.