Background and Relevance
The Procuraduría de la Defensa del Trabajo (PRODET) in Mexico City has recently expanded its facilities by adding six new rooms dedicated to labor advisory and conciliation. This renovation marks the first time that specialized spaces have been created for women workers, as well as inclusive areas for individuals with disabilities and a children’s play area for those accompanying their parents to seek legal assistance.
This development is significant because the PRODET can now serve over 120 working individuals daily in a more accessible environment, offering free legal companionship during mediation and labor court proceedings.
Key Figures and Their Roles
During the inauguration event, Secretary of Labor and Employment Promotion, Inés González Nicolás emphasized the importance of local procuratories in defending labor rights, especially protecting women workers who often face greater barriers to accessing labor justice.
González Nicolás highlighted that labor justice is a top priority for the Mexico City government and acknowledged the significant contributions of labor sector figures who have driven workplace transformation.
Addressing Barriers for Women Workers
The inclusion of a children’s play area, or ludoteca, addresses one of the primary challenges women workers face when seeking legal advice: lack of temporary childcare options, which discourages reporting and conciliation. This initiative strengthens the gender perspective in public services by promoting care and accessibility.
Event Participants
Notable attendees at the inauguration included:
- Patricia Quintero Catalán, Subprocuradora General de Atención en Entidades Federativas of PROFEDET
- Denice Marlen Zetina Díaz, Subprocuradora de Atención a las Mujeres and head of PRODET
- Alma Ruby Villarreal Reyes, labor lawyer
- Xanny Hernández Hernández, head of Victim Attention Coordination at the Fiscalía General de la Ciudad de México
Accessing Legal Assistance
Working individuals facing labor conflicts can now seek free guidance and representation at PRODET offices, located at San Antonio Abad 32, Tránsito colonia, Cuauhtémoc alcaldía.
Key Questions and Answers
- What is the PRODET? The Procuraduría de la Defensa del Trabajo (PRODET) is a Mexico City-based organization dedicated to defending labor rights and providing legal assistance to working individuals.
- Why are the new rooms significant? These six newly inaugurated rooms prioritize women workers and individuals with disabilities, offering specialized spaces and improved accessibility.
- What services does PRODET offer? PRODET provides free legal companionship during labor mediation and court proceedings, now serving up to 120 individuals daily in a more accessible environment.
- Who attended the inauguration event? Key figures present included Inés González Nicolás, Secretary of Labor and Employment Promotion; Patricia Quintero Catalán, Subprocuradora General of PROFEDET; Denice Marlen Zetina Díaz, Subprocuradora of Women’s Affairs and head of PRODET; Alma Ruby Villarreal Reyes, labor lawyer; and Xanny Hernández Hernández, head of Victim Attention Coordination at the Fiscalía General de la Ciudad de México.
