World Book Day
Ever wondered whether there was a Book Day? Well the answer is yes! World Book Day is a thing. It is a UNESCO-promoted celebration of books and reading which takes place every year on April 23, in more than 100…
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Travelling During Pregnancy
Pregnancy doesn’t necessarily mean putting travel plans on hold. Many women continue to travel safely while expecting, whether for a short break, a family visit, or a special trip before the baby arrives. That said, travelling during pregnancy does call…
New Documentary Investigates the Illegal Practices of Helper Agencies
A new documentary shows how foreign domestic workers from the Philippines are charged illegal fees by many employment agencies, and highlights that the government is not doing enough to protect the rights of these helpers. The documentary, called ‘Between a…
“To be a domestic helper was never my dream” – Rina’s ambition to become an English teacher
Meet Rina. Rina was a simple domestic worker, happily married with a 3-year-old daughter when she first arrived in Hong Kong 11 years ago. Now, she is an accomplished woman who is studying towards a teaching degree at the Indonesian…
Indonesian ex-helper makes impressive changes to her home village
Arumy, an Indonesian who worked in Hong Kong as a domestic worker for ten years, returned to home for good in April 2016. After returning, she started the grand project of developing her village, Plumbangan Village, into an international eco-tourism…