• 16 % of the Nepali women return “penniless” 
• Scores of women have been victims of sexual abuse
• 77 % of the workers were unaware of work provisions in the destination country
• 67% have gone abroad without proper training.
• 72 % were unaware of their right to insurance.

   

  Suicide is a leading cause of death for Nepali women working overseas, accounting for over 30% of female migrant worker deaths in specific studies, a proportion higher than that seen among male counterparts.
  Vulnerability: Female migrants often work in isolated conditions, such as domestic help in Gulf countries or West Asia, making them heavily reliant on employers and harder to reach via standard labor protection.

  Risk Factors
  • Abuse and Exploitation: Severe physical, psychological, or sexual abuse by employers (resulting in pregnancy), combined with restricted movement.
  • Isolation: Extreme loneliness, language barriers, and lack of social or consular support networks.
  • Financial Pressure: Heavy debt incurred from high recruitment fees and pressure from families back home to remit money.
  • Overwork: Long, grueling working hours without adequate rest or access to local healthcare systems

“I went overseas to become financially independent,” she says. “But for women, foreign employment isn’t what you think it to be. They treat us like animals, not humans.” – as reported by Debesh Adhikari, 20 Sept 2013, Spotlight News Magazine

If those at risk have more employment opportunities at home in Nepal, they are less likely to go abroad. Dangerous employment overseas offers little opportunity to enhance their future. At Kriayt we aim to raise awareness about the risks and hazards of such jobs. However, we believe in supporting and guiding anyone who decides to accept foreign employment by informing them of their rights, correct information and ensuring they are fully prepared before they leave. And most importantly understand their contracts.