Examine existing policies aimed at protecting TKW and potential areas for improvement. Discuss the role of advocacy groups.

In the domestic work sector, a hidden and often unregulated environment, workers are acutely exposed to a range of abuses. These include wage theft, physical violence, and, most egregiously, sexual violence. The IOM assisted 544 Indonesian migrant workers between 2019 and 2022, with many reporting experiences of physical, psychological, and sexual abuse abroad.

Domestic workers, often referred to as TKW (Tenaga Kerja Wanita or female migrant workers) in Indonesia, play a vital role in supporting families and households across the globe. They take on various responsibilities, including cleaning, cooking, childcare, and elderly care. However, despite their essential contributions, many domestic workers face exploitation, abuse, and mistreatment at the hands of their employers.

TKW di entot majikan is a term used to describe the situation where a female migrant worker is deceived or cheated by her employer. This can take many forms, including false promises of employment, underpayment or non-payment of wages, and exploitation of their labor. In some cases, TKW may also face physical, emotional, or psychological abuse at the hands of their employers.

Both the Indonesian government and various NGOs have been working to protect the rights of TKWs. Initiatives include pre-departure training, better regulation of recruitment agencies, and enhanced cooperation with receiving countries to monitor the treatment of domestic workers.

: Employers hold total control over a worker's legal status, food, shelter, and income. Under such conditions, genuine consent cannot exist.

The findings of this study highlight the need for better protection and regulation of the domestic work sector in Indonesia. The government must ensure that employers comply with existing laws and regulations, and provide adequate support and protection to domestic workers. Additionally, domestic workers must be empowered to assert their rights and seek help when faced with exploitation and abuse.

Understanding and navigating the legal aspects of working abroad can be complex.

Many TKWs face grueling working conditions, long hours, and low pay. They are often tasked with caring for children, elderly family members, or performing demanding household chores. The work is physically and emotionally demanding, leaving many TKWs feeling isolated, homesick, and vulnerable.