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Foreign domestic workers in Hong Kong

Touch rugby gives Hong Kong’s domestic helpers a platform to relieve stress

Rugby coaches in Hong Kong are building teams made up of domestic helpers to assist them in building stronger ties within their community and for a welcome break from their stressful daily responsibilities.

September 24, 2022
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Since the start of Hong Kong’s fifth wave of Covid-19 infections in December 2021, at least 70 foreign domestic workers have been left homeless after testing positive for the coronavirus, according...05:15
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Helping HK helpers left homeless by Covid
March 2, 2022
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According to several migrant workers rights groups, at least 30 foreign domestic workers were forced to sleep on the streets or were denied treatment after testing positive for Covid-19 amid a...03:59
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HK domestic helpers infected with Covid become homeless
February 20, 2022
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Some of Hong Kong’s boldest domestic helpers slugged it out at the Muay Thai Fighters Club One-Day Tournament on Boxing Day on December 26, 2021. The showcase event is meant to empower one of the...05:50
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HK helpers box to beat Covid blues
December 28, 2021
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All foreign domestic helpers in Hong Kong must be vaccinated before they can renew their work contracts, according to the government which announced the new measures on April 30, 2021. It has also...03:08
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New Covid-19 rules for Hong Kong domestic helpers
May 3, 2021
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Around 370,000 foreign domestic helpers work in Hong Kong, each earning a guaranteed minimum monthly salary of HK$4,520 (US$575). Lured by the promise of well-paid jobs, the reality for the helpers...03:04
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Domestic helper abuse in Hong Kong
March 23, 2019
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After suffering horrific abuse at the hands of her former employer, the 26-year-old Indonesian says governments must do more to protect women who go overseas to find work. (Photo: SCMP’s Nora Tam)01:55
Erwiana Sulistyaningsih
Erwiana vows to continue to fight for domestic workers’ rights after court victory
December 22, 2017
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Nhie and Dang (not their real names) were trafficked to Russia after being promised lucrative jobs there by a Hong Kong agency. But the agency couldn't find them jobs and still charged them high fees.01:47
Foreign domestic workers in Hong Kong
Filipino helpers trafficked to Russia for bogus jobs
November 16, 2017
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The Helper brings to light the sacrifices made by domestic helpers to support local families and back home. ...02:12
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The Helper documentary gives voice to Hong Kong’s domestic labourers
October 6, 2017
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Thousands of Hong Kong’s foreign domestic workers continue to sleep in appalling conditions leaving them vulnerable to abuse, according to activists, who lament that the government continues to...01:59
Foreign domestic workers in Hong Kong
What is it like to sleep like some of the foreign domestic workers in Hong Kong?
June 1, 2017
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Eny Bawse was just 15 years old when she started working as a domestic worker in Jakarta, Indonesia. Over the past 20 years, she was so busy taking care of others that she often forgot about her...11:02
Foreign domestic workers in Hong Kong
Helping Hong Kong’s domestic helpers tackle mental health issues
September 14, 2024
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Indonesia
No need for Hongkongers to pay extra to recruit workers from accredited agencies
August 28, 2023
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Dozens of people attended a rally in Hong Kong on March 5, 2023 to call for an end to violence against women and girls. Hong Kong’s rally is part of the global One Billion Rising campaign, which...02:29
Foreign domestic workers in Hong Kong
Dozens dance and rally in Hong Kong ahead of International Women’s Day
March 6, 2023
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At the end of a decade-long battle for justice, Indonesian Kartika Puspitasari was awarded HK$868,607 (US$110,647) in compensation on February 10, 2023, for the physical abuse she suffered at the...02:19
Foreign domestic workers in Hong Kong
Indonesian domestic worker in Hong Kong wins compensation for abuse
February 13, 2023
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The main factors drawing Hongkongers across the border to the mainland include lower consumer prices and relatively affordable housing prices  06:45
Hong Kong society
Why do Hongkongers want to move to mainland China?
December 17, 2024
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The church group that purchased the theatre plans to convert the building into a community centre  15:14
SCMP Films
Sunset for Hong Kong’s Sunbeam Theatre
March 23, 2025
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A gym manager and former rugby player is attempting to run 50km (31 miles) daily for seven days straight to raise money for a Hong Kong charity. Kevin Field, who has been training for the...03:39
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Running 50km a day for 7 days straight
March 22, 2025
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Disneyland is being recommended on social media as not just a place for rides and attractions, but also a venue for studying or even remote work03:18
Disney
What is it like to study or work in the ‘happiest place on Earth’?
March 15, 2025
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Mahjong
What is it like inside a Hong Kong mahjong parlour?
March 8, 2025
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Hong Kong culture
Hong Kong’s famous Sunbeam Theatre closes
March 3, 2025
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The Kai Tak Sports Park is a multi-sports development located at the site of the old Hong Kong airport02:48
Hong Kong sports
Hong Kong’s US$3.9 billion sports park officially opens
March 1, 2025
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Sung Wong Toi, the closest MTR stop to the stadium, is a 9-minute walk while it takes 2 more minutes to arrive from Kai Tak station04:04
Kai Tak Sports Park
What you need to know before going to Kai Tak Sports Park
March 1, 2025
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PapaHome has over 10,000 furniture and home decoration items on display, allowing customers to get an up-close look before purchasing online01:37
Taobao
Taobao’s first physical store in Hong Kong
February 22, 2025