In 2011, the International Labour Organization adopted Convention No. 189 and Convention No. 190, landmark international treaties that set global labor standards for domestic and other vulnerable workers. Convention 189 recognizes domestic work as real work and guarantees protections such as fair wages, rest days, social security, and freedom from abuse and discrimination. For too…

  On October 2, 2024, we hosted an impactful session in Mombasa, focused on Mental Health and Work-Life Balance for domestic workers. Joined by our partners @Youth Alive Kenya @Oxfam in Kenya, and Oxfam Canada, we engaged in powerful conversations around the importance of balancing work and personal commitments for caregivers. Domestic workers and care…

Domestic work is a vital and age-old occupation that contributes significantly to households and national economies worldwide. In Kenya, domestic workers are a crucial part of the labor market, with an estimated 118,646 workers in formal employment as of 2022. Despite its importance, the sector is often characterized by decent work deficits, including discrimination, low…