Updated 26 January 2026 Acts of discrimination While different countries may have their own anti-discrimination ordinance, as a rule of thumb, you should not: Prohibit your worker from praying. Your Indonesian worker might be a devout Muslim and needs to…
Updated 20 January 2026 International Women’s Day (IWD) is a global day observed each year to recognise the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women and to support action toward gender equality — a movement that has grown for…
Going outdoor is good for the body and the mind – especially for kids who hunch their back and play video games the whole day – as it gives them a chance to get some fresh air and natural sunlight,…
Kung Hei Fat Choy (恭喜發財) ! Chinese New Year is around the corner and it is now time to get everything in order for entering the Year of the Rat! Chinese New Year celebrations are not only about the big…
Updated 25 January 2026 Gifting through what is known as balikbayan boxes is a common practice among the Filipino community abroad including foreign domestic workers. The Tagalog word balikbayan literally means ‘return to home’. The name says it all: Balikbayan…
Updated 20 January 2026 December has arrived, and whether the Christmas decorations are already up or still in storage, most households naturally shift into holiday mode around this time. For employers, Christmas planning often goes hand in hand with a…
The Winter Solstice, or Dōngzhì Festival, is one of the traditional Chinese festivals and also one of the twenty-four solar terms. It falls on or around December 22nd every year. AS early as 770-476 BC, also known as the Spring and…
Halloween is a night of surprises and fantasy, and the opportunity for the whole family to have some honest fun – and scare! Like other major celebrations, it can require a lot of work (depending on how serious you are…
We’ve all heard about cultural differences, especially in families with domestic helpers. But what are common cultural differences and how can you avoid letting them turn into issues? Due to varying upbringings, cultures and situational factors, people from different backgrounds…
Mid-Autumn Festival (Mooncake Festival), one of the most iconic Chinese festivals, is around the corner. This year, the full-moon celebration falls on Friday, September 25, 2026. Wherever you come from, you cannot miss this great colorful holiday in Hong Kong!…