Celebrating International Domestic Workers’ Day Online

30 June 2020

On the 21st of June, HOME held an online celebration for International Domestic Workers’ Day. This was a celebration of, for and by domestic workers in Singapore, to show our heartfelt appreciation for the essential labour that they do and simply to have a good time with our domestic workers community. Over a 100 domestic workers, HOME staff and board members came together virtually for a fun afternoon filled with performances, games and speeches. The speakers acknowledged and thanked domestic workers for all the sacrifices they have made, and highlighted the need for ‘decent work’ for domestic workers, in line with the ILO Convention on Domestic Workers. A step towards that would be the inclusion of domestic workers in the Employment Act. Amidst all the fun and games, a special video made in collaboration with Singapore Kindness Movement was also aired. This video (below) features a beautiful performance by domestic workers and words of appreciation from supportive employers and to celebrate fairness and friendships.

This video is in collaboration with Singapore Kindness Movement.

We also launched a second video (below) during the online celebration. Our founder and CEO, Bridget Tan is also featured in the video, giving a heartwarming wish to all migrant domestic workers.

Once again, HOME conveys our sincerest gratitude and admiration for all domestic workers; we wish you a very happy International Domestic Workers’ Day!