ILO's Anna Olsen on Domestic Workers Situation in Asia

The video discusses the impact of COVID-19 on domestic and migrant workers, highlighting increased job losses, wage reductions, and domestic violence. It examines the responses from governments and NGOs, emphasizing the need for policy changes to protect workers. The Asia-Pacific region is identified as having significant challenges in worker rights. The video also explores the potential role of domestic work in post-pandemic recovery, stressing the importance of including domestic workers in labor protections and social security systems.

What has been one of the major impacts of COVID-19 on domestic workers according to the data from the Philippines and Vietnam?

• Increased job losses

• Higher wages

• Increased job opportunities

• Improved working conditions

Which region is highlighted as one of the worst in terms of protecting domestic workers' rights?

• Europe

• Asia-Pacific

• North America

• Africa

What percentage of domestic workers in the Asia-Pacific region are excluded from labor law protections?

• 50%

• 85%

• 61.5%

• 30%

What is considered a critical sector for post-pandemic recovery?

• Domestic work

• Manufacturing

• Tourism

• Technology

What action is suggested to prevent the rollback of domestic workers' rights?

• Increase wages

• Include them under labor law protections

• Reduce working hours

• Provide more holidays