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Before I came to the UK, I never imagined that my life would take such a painful and yet transformative turn. When I first arrived, I was...

Good afternoon, everyone. My name is Nuraeni and I am a domestic worker. I was a treasurer of Justice For Domestic Workers now called The...

by Gellie My journey to the UK was not one I ever imagined would be so difficult, yet so full of unexpected hope. My employer brought me...

When I first became a member of The Voice of Domestic Workers (VODW), I was searching for something more than just support—I was...

By Katy When I arrived in the UK in 2016, I stepped into a world I didn’t understand. My heart was filled with fear. I didn’t know...

Before joining The Voice of Domestic Workers (VODW) , I often doubted myself. I carried not only the weight of hard work, but the fear...

By Arlene For nearly six years, I lived in constant fear. As a migrant domestic worker without proper status, every day felt like walking...

By Rowena Before I found The Voice of Domestic Workers (VODW) , I often felt invisible—just another migrant trying to survive. But...

By Mayra I first heard about The Voice of Domestic Workers (VODW)  through a non-profit organization and from Ate Grace —someone who had...

At a recent conference that brought together voices from across the labor movement, Mimi stood before the crowd—not just to speak, but to...

By Rolyn Before I found The Voice of Domestic Workers , I was lost in silence—worried, unsure, and always carrying the heavy weight of...

By Salome Before I found The Voice of Domestic Workers, I was living each day with fear, confusion, and a heavy heart. I was always...

Recently, The Voice of Domestic Workers (VODW) embarked on a memorable trip to Portsmouth — a journey not just across miles but also of...

Good afternoon, everyone. My name is Saharah, and I’m a survivor of modern slavery and trafficking. I’m deeply grateful to be here today...

It all began in April 2012, when the UK government removed the basic rights and protections of migrant domestic workers. Overnight,...

by Lala My boy, my heart, my morning light… These are the first words of a poem I wrote for my son — words that poured from a mother’s...

By Carla Carla pours her soul into this heartfelt poem for her children — a tender prayer of hope, strength, and unconditional love. With...

Every brick laid, every tear shed, every goodbye whispered at the airport—these are the quiet sacrifices domestic workers make every day....

International Domestic Workers Day is observed globally each year on 16th June, following the adoption of the International Labour...

Every year on June 16 , we come together across the globe to celebrate International Domestic Workers Day —a date that commemorates a...