Migrant Forum in Asia
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Latest Policy Briefs
August 5, 2026Migrant workers continue to face major barriers in accessing compensation for workplace injury and death, even where legal protections formally exist. While many labour systems recognise employer liability for work-related injury and death, effective access to compensation remains highly uneven in practice. The central problem is not simply the absence of legal protection, but the… [...] Read more...
November 11, 2025Migrant workers are a vital engine of economic growth in many countries, yet they consistently remain among the most vulnerable segments of the labour force. Without robust safeguards, these workers face wage theft, hazardous working conditions, and the risk of being excluded from social protection systems. [...] Read more...
October 10, 2025Wage theft remains a persistent issue due to structural factors embedded in modern socio-economic systems, resurfacing with particular intensity during periods of crisis, as seen most recently during the COVID-19 pandemic. [...] Read more...
October 9, 2025The global narrative surrounding regular migration pathways presents them as the humane alternative to irregular migration – a solution that promises order, safety, and mutual benefit. However, from the perspective of civil society organizations and migrant rights advocates, particularly in the Global South, this narrative obscures a much harsher reality. [...] Read more...

 

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About Us

MFA is a regional network of non-government organizations (NGOs), associations and trade unions of migrant workers, and individual advocates in Asia who are committed to protect and promote the rights and welfare of migrant workers.

It is guided by a vision of an alternative world system based on respect for human rights and dignity, social justice, and gender equity, particularly for migrant workers.

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