Abstract:

The inequalities and lack of protection associated with domestic work in many countries exacerbate the scope for exploitation of those who are already in a marginalized position. Forced labour, sexual violence, harassment, low wages, poor working conditions, untimely payment of wages and a dearth of legal recourse to remedy are just some of the examples of what many domestic workers experience at their place of work. Indigenous women are among those suffering the most serious forms of labour exploitation in the context of domestic work.