Being an archaeology professional in Portugal means, for the vast majority, working under job insecurity and labour law deregulation, in unworthy and unfair working conditions. In this sense, the elaboration of a Caderno Reivindicativo (a list of demands) for work in Archaeology is a concrete proposal for discussion and mobilization towards change and improvement of working conditions. Therefore, it is a fundamental and urgent line of action for STARQ – The Portuguese archaeologists’ union. By inviting others to discuss the announced claims, STARQ seeks to expand the understanding of workers’ rights, creating among them a greater sense of organization and unity, essential to the achievement and warranty of their rights.