Note: This event will take place on 9/16 at 10:30 AM JEST (Japan time).

Labor migration has been an important factor supporting the growth and development of the Southeast Asian region, filling labor shortages in countries of destination and providing much-needed employment opportunities for workers in countries of origin. However, in spite of migrant workers’ vital role in increasing the region’s labor market efficiency, they are often subjected to abuses during recruitment and employment and are unable to make use of the social protection benefits to which they are entitled. This webinar examines the experiences and challenges of migrant workers in countries of origin and destination, and explore how businesses can play key roles in promoting responsible migration and decent work. 

Speakers include:

• Dr. Darian McBain, Global Director, Thai Union

• Dr. Wako Asato, Associate Professor, Kyoto University

• Professor Reiko Ogawa, Professor, Chiba University

• Dr. Lee Hwok Aun, Senior Fellow, ISEAS – Yusof Ishak Institute

• Moderator: Dr. Akihiro Ueda, Program Officer, Sasakawa Peace Foundation

This event is the 3rd Webinar in the "Enhancing Responsible Business in Southeast Asia" Series, Co-organized by SPF and ISEAS Yusof Ishak Institute. The date and themes of the following three webinars are as follows:

• Tuesday 9/22, 9:30-11:00 PM EST: Delivering Post-Covid Recovery and Fighting Inequalities by Sustainable Finance

• Tuesday 9/29, 9:30-11:00 PM EST: Business Imperatives of Environmental Protection

• Tuesday 10/6, 10:30-12:00: The Future of Responsible Business in Southeast Asia

For more information and to register, click here.