The International Labour Organization (ILO) issued a release called Temporary Labour Migration: Towards Social Justice? that delves into policies and concerns regarding temporary labour migration, such as practices being used in different parts of the world. The book looks at the multifaceted components of global migration systems, the reality of circumstances faced by migrant workers, and how those systems can be improved.
Key issues and innovations in labour migration
Fabiola Mieres and Christiane Kuptsch, who are specialists in ILO, have edited this book in which professionals raised in this area contributed to the subject matter. It scrutinizes how different migration systems were implemented during the passage of time, the effects on the range of work markets, and impacts on migrant workers.
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Policies surrounding temporary labour migration have historically raised contested issues as they made it easy for employers to disregard the employee’s rights and national employment laws. The book mentions new policies aimed at improving protections whilst explaining the challenges posed.
Now, some programs increase the scope for changing employers for workers, while others have stiffer legal standards aimed at preventing the exploitation of migrant workers.
Policy recommendations for a fairer future
The book delves into the study of the region’s governance structures and offers historical analyses, suggesting tangible solutions to policymakers to formulate more just migration systems. Also, the book examines the interplay of international trade and migration, as well as their consequences on the economy and legality of temporary migration, along with employment policies.
Reiterating his stance on the need for reforms, ILO Director Gilbert F. Houngbo argued,
“There can be no rights to work or social justice without first establishing the rights to the family. This publication brings us closer to accomplishing those objectives.”
Focusing on four interrelated aspects of the changing governance pertaining to temporary mobility, new mobility programs and their impacts, historical migration policies, the book proposes such policies which would deliver equal respect, protection, and obligation to all migrants and citizens within the jurisdiction.
This report is now accessible on the ILO website, which is helpful for policymakers, academics, and advocates of labor rights who want to analyse practical approaches for just and comprehensive migration policies.