POLITICS
How Indian Groups Protect Migrant Workers Abroad
IndiaThu Dec 05 2024
India has a massive labor force working overseas in low-paying jobs. Unfortunately, these workers often lack proper rights and protections due to weak rules both globally and within India. Civil society groups in India are stepping up to change this. They are using various strategies to promote these workers' rights.
Unlike in other countries, Indian civil society groups focus more on the national level. They work hard to create better policies for migrant workers. By doing so, they become key players in how India manages labor migration.
Local and regional civil society groups are particularly important. They help push for changes that protect migrant workers. They work with many different stakeholders, like the government and other organizations. This multi-level, multi-stakeholder approach is crucial for making a real difference.
New research shows that these groups play a big role in how India handles labor migration. They help shape the politics of migration. By working at the local and regional levels, they can make real progress. This is vital for India, which is one of the world's largest sources of migrant workers.
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Why can't civil society use their 'leading role' to convince migrant workers to clean up after themselves in communal kitchens?
Do migrant workers ever wish civil society organizations would focus more on improving the quality of international fast food chains?
How do the strategies of civil society organizations at the local and subnational levels impact the broader governance of labour migration in India?
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