In a 2011 report, domestic workers were identified as being at a heightened risk of exploitation and abuse, including sexual abuse. The FRA elaborates the details and goes into length about domestic workers and their experiences, specifically within the EU.
Meaningful Work: Transgender Experiences in the Sex Trade
This report provide statistics of unemployment rates trans folks experience amongst different races and other gender-identifying sex workers. Amongst the trans and sex work community, interactions with the police prove to be one of the highest rates of harassment and
Men, Masculinities, and Changing Power
In this discussion paper, we seek to start a dialogue about moving forward with efforts that actively engage men and boys in challenging power dynamics in their own lives as well as in their communities and societies.
Our Voices, Our Safety
The garment industry in Southeast Asia suffers high rates of exploitation and neglect for both men and women. However, the challenges and treatment amongst women are especially unique, due to the cultural norms set upon them. With the garment industry
Out of Sight: Migrant Women Exploited in Domestic Work
In a 2011 report, domestic workers were identified as being at a heightened risk of exploitation and abuse, including sexual abuse. The FRA elaborates the details and goes into length about domestic workers and their experiences, specifically within the EU.
International Domestic Worker's Federation (IDWF) | Platform of Demands: Violence and Harassment Against women and men in the world of work
Within the realm of domestic work, gender-based violence has been an ongoing issue with little to no resources for domestic workers to seek refuge. With that in mind, this document serves to define the protections needed to secure a safe
Programs for Men who have used violence against women: recommendations and caution
What works to hold men who have used violence accountable and prevent further abuse? This briefing paper evaluates the effectiveness of programs for men who have used IPV in the Global North and the Global South and issues recommendations for
OHCHR | Rights of Migrant Domestic Workers in Europe
In Europe, the trend in recent years has been towards an increase in migrants among domestic workers, the overwhelming majority of whom are women. These workers are exposed to exploitation and abuse due to several factors, including the lack of
Safe and Sound International Research on Women's Personal Safety on Public Transport
Gender-based violence in the world of work also encompasses the commute many workers need to take to their destination. However, for women, their experience traveling to work often involves harassment. This report discusses the numerous amounts of harassment including verbal
Sector Focus Initiative
In 2018, the 16 Days campaign joined the global call for an ILO convention to end violence and harassment in the world of work, launching the #ILOendGBV hashtag and raising awareness of the importance of the convention. As part of
Sexual Misconduct in the United Methodist Church: US Update
A survey conducted to discuss the sexual harassment that occurs within the church.