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 are some of the challenges faced by domestic workers during the pandemic?

How has COVID-19 highlighted the vulnerabilities of domestic workers?

What role do governments play in addressing the issues faced by domestic workers?

In what ways has the pandemic affected job security for domestic workers in the Asia-Pacific region?

What changes are necessary to improve the working conditions of domestic workers?