KemenHAM and IJMI Collaborate to Enhance Migrant Worker Protection

Strengthening Human Rights Framework

The Directorate General of Instruments and Strengthening of Human Rights at the Ministry of Human Rights (KemenHAM) has entered into a significant cooperation agreement with the Indonesian Integrity and Justice Foundation (IJMI) to bolster the protection of Indonesian migrant workers' rights, both domestically and internationally. This strategic partnership, coinciding with World Migrant Day, marks a crucial step in enhancing the protection mechanisms for migrant workers.

Key Areas of Collaboration

The cooperation agreement encompasses several critical areas: development of anti-human trafficking policies, enhancement of human rights awareness at the village level, and promotion of business and human rights principles. These focus areas are designed to create a comprehensive protection framework that addresses the multifaceted challenges faced by migrant workers.

Impact and Implementation

Try Harysantoso, Executive Director of IJMI, emphasized that this collaboration is expected to become a milestone in strengthening the partnership between the government and civil society. The initiative aims to ensure more systematic, measurable, and impactful human rights protection, particularly for migrant workers in vulnerable situations. The agreement underscores the commitment to preventing, handling, and recovering cases involving migrant workers through a more coordinated approach.