Our Story

El Origen

How this programme came to be, and the need it was created to address.

Community meeting where the idea for the domestic worker training programme first emerged
The beginning

A gap in accessible information

The Savina Vento programme grew from a straightforward observation: domestic workers and carers in Spain often have difficulty accessing clear, reliable information about their own labour rights. Official sources exist, but they can be difficult to navigate, particularly for those unfamiliar with legal or administrative language.

This programme was developed to bridge that gap. The aim is not to provide advice, but to translate complex regulatory content into plain, understandable language that any worker can read independently.

Research desk with official Spanish labour law documents and notebooks open for study
The legal context

A sector with a distinct legal framework

Domestic work in Spain is governed by a special employment regime established under Real Decreto 1620/2011. This regime differs in important ways from the general labour framework, and those differences directly affect Social Security rights, contract requirements, and access to unemployment protection.

Understanding the framework matters. The programme draws directly on this legislation, and on subsequent reforms, to present information that is grounded in what the law actually says.

Our approach

How We Work

1

Source from official legislation

All content is drawn from Spanish law, official government publications, and public institutional sources such as the Ministerio de Trabajo, SEPE, and the Tesorería General de la Seguridad Social.

2

Translate into plain language

Legal and administrative texts are rewritten in accessible, everyday language without losing accuracy. Technical terms are always explained when they appear.

3

Present without personal advice

The programme presents information, not recommendations. It describes what the law says; it does not tell any individual what to do. This distinction is important and is maintained throughout all materials.

4

Keep materials current

Labour law in Spain evolves. The programme is reviewed periodically to reflect legislative changes, including updates to the SMI, Social Security regulations, and unemployment coverage rules.

This programme does not offer legal or labour advice of any kind. For personal guidance, please consult a qualified professional or contact the relevant public authority.

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