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They Keep Waiting for State Recognition

Beyond discriminatory treatment, there are still many ways domestic workers are relegated as low-class workers. In fact, there are still those who refer to domestic workers as babu, or assistants.

By
Sonya Helen Sinombor
· 4 minutes read

Nyoman Trianawati (Nana) tells her new household assistants, Siti and Ujang, the various jobs that must be done at her house.
KOMPAS/YUNIADHI AGUNG (MYE) 19-06-2019

Nyoman Trianawati (Nana) tells her new household assistants, Siti and Ujang, the various jobs that must be done at her house.

For 18 years, the fate of domestic workers has remained uncertain. They face discrimination and intimidation. They hope the domestic worker protection bill will soon be ratified.

Editor:
NASRULLAH NARA
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