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Decent and productive work is a prime drivers of a vibrant and fair global economy -- and a key component to ending global poverty.
  • Angelique escaped the conflict in her country and travelled to Lebanon on a six-year contract to work as a house maid. Woken daily at 5:30am, she works 18 hours confined to the apartment, without any time off. Her story is similar to those of many migrant: © Simba Russeau/IRINAngelique escaped the conflict in her country and travelled to Lebanon on a six-year contract to work as a house maid. Woken daily at 5:30am, she works 18 hours confined to the apartment, without any time off. Her story is similar to those of many migrant: © Simba Russeau/IRIN
    07/18/2008

    Lebanese officials and NGOs must address the plight of migrant domestic workers who frequently endure rights violations at the hands of their employers -- including sexual abuse and withheld wages -- and rarely see justice, writes journalist Alex Klaushofer.

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