Its origins can be traced back to the late 19th century, when groups of workers began demanding shorter work hours, better wages, and safer working conditions in the United States.

On May 1, 1886, a demonstration involving thousands of workers in Chicago, USA, demanding their rights at work. However, the demonstration ended in violence and several deaths, leading to four labor activists being imprisoned and sentenced to death on charges of committing acts of terrorism.

This event sparked an international labor movement to commemorate the workers' struggle and fight for their rights in the workplace. In 1889, the International Labor Congress in Paris, France, designated May 1 as International Workers' Day or May Day.

Basically, the meaning of celebrating Labor Day is to commemorate the struggle of workers. It is essential to appreciate every service in various fields of work. Laborers and workers are an essential part of supporting the success of development and improving the welfare of society.

The momentum of Labor Day is a form of solidarity for workers, entrepreneurs, and the government to dialogue to create a flexible employment ecosystem in Indonesia by prioritizing the fulfillment of equal rights for all groups.