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Relevance, Nexus and Prospects: An Impact Study of the GFMD and Its Migration Paradigm
This research is an impact study on the Global Forum on Migration and Development (GFMD) and its line of “migration for development”, using empirical methods in extracting the perceptions of grassroots migrant workers and advocates all over the world.
Asia Pacific Forum on Sustainable Development 2017
With the theme “Eradicating poverty and promoting prosperity in a changing Asia-Pacific”, the forum aimed to serve a venue for dialogue on (1) Regional perspectives on the implementation, follow-up and review of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, including in depth review of the theme and SDGs: 1, 2, 3, 5, 9 and 14 and 17, the cluster of goals to be discussed by the High-level political forum on sustainable development (HLPF) in 2017; and (2) Strengthening implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development in the Asia-Pacific, including the consideration of a draft regional road map for implementing the 2030 Agenda in Asia and the Pacific, with a view to strengthening implementation efforts.
Migrant Unionism in Hong Kong: A Case Study of Experiences of Foreign Domestic Workers in Hong Kong (revised edition)
This case study synthesizes the decades-long experiences of migrant unionism in Hong Kong and delves deeply into the core dynamics of the most vibrant migrant movement in the Asia Pacific.
NGO Shadow Report on Labor Trafficking in Taiwan
This shadow report contains the results of monitoring and investigation on the ground regarding the implementation of the anti-trafficking law by Taiwan authorities.
Deteriorating Conditions in the Japanese Economy and Its Impact on Migrant Labor
This study gathers already published literature regarding the current economic situation in Japan and how it impacts governmental policies on immigration and foreign workers.
For Better or For Worse: Comparative Research on Equity and Access for Marriage Migrants
This comparative study of marriage migrants in Taiwan, South Korea, Japan, Hong Kong and Australia gives us a glimpse into the reality of marriage migration in the region.
Triple Whammy: A Study on the Contemporary Situation and Problems of Indonesian Migrant Workers in Taiwan
This book is a collection of three researches looking into: (1) overcharging, high placement fees and training centers, (2) extent of salary deductions and excessive fees, (3) and Terminal 3 corresponding to three phases of the migrant workers life – pre-deployment, actual employment and return.
The Communique of the Asia Consultation on “Human Trafficking and Forced Migration: A Call for Decent Labour and a Living Wage”
We gathered under the auspices of the Christian Conference of Asia (CCA), on the occasion of its 60th anniversary and on the convening of the 2017 Asia Mission Conference. The consultation was organized in cooperation with the Asia Pacific Mission for Migrants (APMM), the National Council of Churches in the Philippines (NCCP) and the Myanmar Council of Churches (MCC).
The Kafala: Research on the Impact and Relation of the Sponsorship System to Migrant Labor Bondage in GCC Countries
It presents a highly concise yet informative regional context that shows how the sponsorship system evolved historically, as well as its place in the common culture that predominates in the Gulf.
Attitude of the Local People to Foreign Brides
This research looks at how local nationals from different countries in Asia – namely Hong Kong, Korea, Japan and Taiwan — see the negative and positive effects of having immigrant brides in their society, and whether they can identify the contributions of immigrant brides in their respective societies.
The Making of a Transnational Grassroots Migrant Movement
This study by Prof. Hsiao Chuan-Hsia of Taiwan analyzes how migrant workers from the Philippines, Indonesia, Thailand, Nepal, and Sri Lanka have worked together across nation-state, racial, and gender boundaries.
Asia Pacific Civil Society Forum on Sustainable Development
More than 150 civil society organizations (CSOs) from across the Asia-Pacific region participated in the Asia Pacific Civil Society Forum on Sustainable Development from March 26 to 28 in Bangkok, Thailand.
Successful Interfaith Meet on Labor Trafficking
Held in Jakarta, the conference gathered 52 participants coming from 38 organizations and institutions in 11 countries and country regions forging cooperation and partnership supporting the struggle of migrants for human rights, justice and decent work.
Prisoners in a Foreign Land: Migrant Workers in Jail
“Prisoners in a Foreign Land: Migrant Workers in Jail” is an exploration of the vulnerability of migrant workers to imprisonment and detention on the context of existing policies and practices both in the host and sending countries.
Understanding Domestic Violence: Case Studies on Filipino Migrant Women in Japan
This study provides important basic information on Filipino migrants in Japan, particularly Filipinas in domestic violence situations.
Commemorating IWD 2017: Marriage Migrants Deserve Recognition and Respect
On the commemoration of the 2017 International Women’s Day, we in the Action Network of Marriage Migrants for Rights and Empowerment (AMMORE) assert our space in society as part of the sector who continue to struggle against sexual discrimination, oppression and racism.
New Lives, New Roots: Life Stories of Marriage Migrants
This book features the life stories of Justine, Diana, Amna, Erna and Mei. With their stories, they hope to inspire fellow marriage migrants to continue and strive to make their lives better. It put a human face to an earlier study of APMM called “For Better or For Worse”.
Psychosocial Profile and Perspectives of Foreign Brides
The study is a documentation on the demographic, psycho-social and perspectives of foreign brides in Hong Kong, Taiwan, Japan and Korea, as these are areas with concentration of foreign brides in Asia.
Global Migration 2012
This research is an impact study on the Global Forum on Migration and Development (GFMD) and its line of “migration for development”, using empirical methods in extracting the perceptions of grassroots migrant workers and advocates all over the world.