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May 30, 2025

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After being denied a meeting with Nike, three Indonesian worker activists—Dedeh, Dinar, and Leni—found an audience with the Oregon Labor Commissioner Christina Stephenson. The Commissioner kept her office open after-hours to hear firsthand testimony and accept their formal complaint about unpaid wages during the pandemic. “This is part of my struggle to get our rights,” said Leni. “We come here so you can see us—while in our hometown, you never see us.”

In their testimony, the workers described wages as low as $190 a month, grueling production targets that don’t leave workers with enough time to access the restroom, and a sexual harassment complaint that took over a year to resolve. They emphasized how Nike’s code of conduct promises dignity and safety—but the reality inside its supplier factories tells a different story. The worker activists also spoke about how the cost of a single pair of Air Jordans often exceeds their monthly pay.

Though Nike did not respond to requests for comment, the workers’ message was loud and clear. As Commissioner Stephenson concluded the meeting, she acknowledged their courage and promised action: “We see you. We appreciate the courage it takes to come here. We’ll take your complaints, and we’ll do what we can.” The labor bureau will now issue a notice of the complaint to Nike and offer the brand a chance to respond.

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