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Finding Confidence and Friendship through The Voice of Domestic Workers
by Marian When I first arrived in the UK as a migrant domestic worker, I felt like I was stepping into an unfamiliar world—alone, unsure,...

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Dec 15, 20244 min read
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Finding Home Away from Home: How The Voice of Domestic Workers Changed My Life
by Anabelle When I first joined The Voice of Domestic Workers , I never imagined how much it would impact my life. I thought it would...

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Dec 15, 20244 min read
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For My Son, As I Leave
Poem by Lala My boy, my heart, my morning light, You’ve given meaning to my nights. Each laugh, each tear, each step you’ve made, Are...

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Dec 10, 20241 min read
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Embracing Imperfection: Journey of Self-Acceptance and Resilience
by Riza I’m Riza, a single mother of three children, from the city of Dipolog in the Philippines. For much of my life, I carried this...

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Dec 10, 20244 min read
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Finding Confidence and Purpose with VODW
by Andrea I’m so thankful to be part of The Voice of Domestic Workers (VODW). Before joining, I struggled with confidence and found it...

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Dec 10, 20242 min read
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The power of seeing migrant domestic workers’ experiences on screen
By Jeanly Danozo Recently, Sounddelivery Media organised a special screening of the poignant film Raging Grace  for participants of the...

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Dec 10, 20244 min read
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Mother’s Love: The Love That Outshines the Sun
by Cristina I will never say I wish I had worked harder, When all I needed was to hold you close. The hours may pass, the days may...

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Nov 21, 20242 min read
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From Struggle to Strength: How The Voice of Domestic Workers Transformed My Life
by Gloria I’ve been a member of The Voice of Domestic Workers  for over five years now, and during this time, I’ve learned so much that...

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Nov 17, 20244 min read
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Proud Mother, A Journey of Sacrifice and Triumph
by Aimee I stand so proud, my heart aglow, For children who helped me grow. Though far away, I fought to give, A future where they’d...

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Nov 14, 20241 min read
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We are essential workers too: why migrant domestic workers’ rights matterÂ
by Fahima I am the fruit of a loving, caring, and happy family. My father was a great, hard-working farmer and my mother was a housewife....

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Nov 7, 20244 min read
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A warm tight hug from my family
by Rosemarie My name is Rosemarie. I'm 38 years old. I am the breadwinner of my family. My father worked hard to give us everything to...

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Nov 7, 20245 min read
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Standing up for domestic workers: My journey
by Jeanly Growing up on a remote island, far removed from the chaos of modern life, I never imagined the path my life would take. From...

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Nov 7, 20245 min read
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Mastering the art of waiting: my journey as a migrant domestic worker
by Danalyn Life experience is my greatest mentor and guide, shaping my perspective and teaching me valuable lessons that I carry with me...

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Oct 26, 20244 min read
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Out of the shadows: the realities of modern slavery
by Mary Queen Content warning: this article contains mention of abuse and assault. In the quiet corners of IloIlo, Philippines, my life...

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Oct 26, 20243 min read
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My Mother, My HeroÂ
by Alice Content warning: this article contains mention of abuse I came from a big and happy family in the Philippines with three...

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Oct 26, 20244 min read
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Shining a Light on Modern Slavery: Celebrating Anti-Slavery Day 2024 with a Powerful Media Award with The Voice of Domestic Workers
October 18, is Anti-Slavery Day, and we are proud to celebrate the 2024 Anti-Slavery Day Award for Best Broadcast Piece Dealing with...

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Oct 17, 20244 min read
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As a migrant domestic worker, I dream of a better future
by Christine Growing up, I had such a simple and plain life with my family. There were times when my parents were struggling to provide...

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Oct 2, 20244 min read
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My life journey as a strong womanÂ
by Rose Ann Content warning: this article contains mention of abuse and sexual assault I’ve felt the responsibility of being a daughter...

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Oct 2, 20245 min read
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A letter to my younger selfÂ
by Ritchel Dear Younger Self, I want you to take three minutes to sit down, take a deep breath and remember that you are a wonderful,...

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Oct 2, 20244 min read
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A migrant domestic worker’s promise to her son
by Alzua Content warning: this article contains mentions of abuse I was a single mum at the age of 19. I was the one who raised my son....

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Oct 2, 20245 min read
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