Labour export policies, notably prevalent in the Global South, including the Philippines, have reshaped global labour dynamics. Despite economic benefits, they often lead to the financialisation of migrants, lack of protection, and social services. Moreover, the Philippines witnesses alarming trends like red tagging and violence against activists advocating for labour and migrants’ rights. This Labour Day event is dedicated to dissecting these multifaceted issues. It will also delve into the role of host countries, such as the Netherlands, in safeguarding undocumented migrants from the Global South.
Met in dit programma
Eunice de Asis
Human Rights Activist & Coordinator, Migrante Amsterdam
Eni Lestari
Migrant activist ; International Migrant Alliance (IMA) Global Chairperson.
Discussion points of this programme:
- Financialisation of Migrants: Exploring how labour migration becomes commodified, leading to exploitation and vulnerability, and examining strategies to counter this trend.
- Protection of Activists: Addressing the phenomenon of red tagging and violence against activists in the Philippines, and discussing measures to safeguard their rights and ensure their safety.
- Role of Host Countries: Assessing the responsibilities of host countries like the Netherlands in providing labour protection, access to services, and avenues for regularisation for undocumented migrants.
- International Cooperation: Exploring avenues for collaboration between sending and receiving countries, civil society organisations, and international bodies to address the challenges faced by migrant workers and activists.
- Migrants Resistance, Advocacy and Solidarity: Discussing the importance of global solidarity in advocating for the rights of migrant workers and activists, and strategising ways to amplify their voices on the international stage.
