This is the 586th most frequent Ukrainian word.
щодо
"Щодо" means "regarding" or "concerning."
In this sentence, 'щодо' functions as a preposition meaning 'regarding' or 'about', introducing the topic of conversation.
Щодо ваших планів на суботу, чи є якісь зміни?
Regarding your plans for Saturday, are there any changes?
Here, 'щодо' is used to connect the explanation (subject) to the topic (homework), indicating relevancy.
Вчителька дала пояснення щодо домашнього завдання.
The teacher provided explanations regarding the homework.
The word 'щодо' in this context introduces the specific area or topic ('improvement of working conditions') of the decision.