Is it legal for the employer to terminate a pregnant migrant domestic worker (MDW) in Hong Kong?
It is illegal to terminate a pregnant woman just because of her pregnancy. Just because [...]
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27
Jun
Jun
Celebrating the achievements of Migrant Domestic Workers
International Domestic Workers Day – 16th June 2024 This International Domestic Workers’ Day, let’s celebrate [...]
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06
Jun
Jun
Cross-sector Symposium To Explore Ways To Improve MDWs’ Lives
We were honoured to partner with the Department of English and Communication at the Hong [...]
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03
Jun
Jun
We Are Launching Our Fireside Chat Series!
June is an exciting month for PathFinders as we will be launching our very first [...]
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03
Jun
Jun
Ambassador Newsletter 2023
Entering its 4th year, this incredible programme has now professionally trained and empowered 294 Migrant [...]
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30
Apr
Apr
Is it legal for a migrant domestic worker to get pregnant while working in Hong Kong?
The right to decide to be pregnant and give birth to a child is a [...]
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30
Apr
Apr
Reflections of a MDW Mom
By Aiko Pogoy (Migrant Domestic Worker, PathFinders’ Ambassador) I have been working here in Hong [...]
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27
Mar
Mar
PathFinders 2023 Policy Address Submission
We are writing to urge the Hong Kong government to include MDWs, migrant mothers, and [...]
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25
Oct
Oct
PathFinders’ Ambassadors: Creating Positive Impact to the MDW Communities
Our Ambassador Programme was launched in 2019 to empower MDWs as community leaders, equipping them [...]
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13
Oct
Oct
Jovelyn Carias
I am an entrepreneur and a real estate agent, despite graduating with a Bachelor of [...]
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08
Jun
Jun
A Special Children’s Day Message
Our Child Ambassador Russell Webb has penned a heartfelt message for his newborn niece and [...]
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31
Mar
Mar
PathFinders’ Study: Over 80% of MDW Employers Think They Can Dismiss an MDW Due to Pregnancy
Study displays employers’ low levels of knowledge of MDW maternity rights plus a lack of [...]
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16
Jun
Jun
Mother’s Day: In Conversation with Xyza Cruz Bacani
PathFinders caught up with Xyza Cruz Bacani, renowned photographer and author, this Mother’s Day, (1) [...]
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07
May
May
How A MDW #WorkingMomsHK & Her Child Celebrate Easter
Our Ambassador, Jean Bulac, share with us how she and her daughter will be celebrating Good Friday/Easter. [...]
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15
Apr
Apr
Heart-to-Heart Connection: Former MDW Mom Elena and Her Daughter Niña
“Mama, please don’t go away again.” – Niña Elisha (10 years old) Niña Elisha, ten [...]
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25
Mar
Mar
Meet our Ambassador – Meryviel Daleon
Say hi to Meryviel Daleon in our very first “Ambassador Takeover”! Meryviel is from Davao [...]
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06
Jan
Jan
How Migrant Domestic Worker Moms Celebrate Christmas Day & New Year’s Day in Hong Kong
Christmas Day – often referred to as the most wonderful time of the year – [...]
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27
Dec
Dec
New Pioneer Pack for Kids!
PathFinders’ new Pioneer Pack has a number of interactive activities for your kids and families [...]
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27
Aug
Aug
Working Moms, Working Together – Alyson Hau and Agnes Miraflores
Not only is Alyson Hau a talented DJ and radio presenter, she is also a [...]
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09
Aug
Aug
10 Things Employers Can Do To Make Their Migrant Domestic Workers’ Life Better
Happy International Domestic Workers’ (IDW) Day to all the 370,000 Migrant Domestic Workers (MDWs) for [...]
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16
Jun
Jun
Helper Appreciation Day: A BIG thank you to all our Helper Heroes!
Today is the first annual Helper Appreciation Day! Let’s take this great opportunity to express [...]
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30
May
May
International Day of Families: ALL FAMILIES MATTER
15 May is International Day of Families, or International Family Day. It’s a day to [...]
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15
May
May
Stress Awareness Month: Work-Life Balance and Mental Health
This April, Stress Awareness Month, PathFinders in collaboration with Mind HK is focusing on the [...]
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18
Apr
Apr
MomDay – Neda Reyes Lontoc
Monday is MomDay at PathFinders! Every Monday we celebrate #WorkingMomsHK. Today we are celebrating one [...]
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12
Apr
Apr
Ambassador Appreciation Day
Since the launch of our Train the Trainers Programme in 2019, we have been incredibly [...]
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20
Dec
Dec
Maternity Leave Increases From 10 to 14 Weeks
TOP 5 FACTS FOR MIGRANT DOMESTIC WORKERS AND EMPLOYERS 1. Effective Date MDWs whose maternity [...]
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10
Dec
Dec
Public Opinion Survey Summary Report
All working women in Hong Kong are entitled, without discrimination, to maternity leave. However, over [...]
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08
Dec
Dec
Practical and Affordable Options When Your MDW is On Long Leave
Many households in Hong Kong, especially those with young children and elderly parents, rely heavily [...]
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23
Sep
Sep
PathFinders Help 34 Migrant Babies Obtain Birth Certificates
After two months of closure due to COVID-19, the Births Registries have resumed services last [...]
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09
Sep
Sep
Supporter Interview: Dr Hans J. Ladegaard
Dr Hans J. Ladegaard is a Professor and Head of Department of English at the [...]
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13
Aug
Aug
Top 5 Misconceptions among MDWs in HK
HK currently employs 390,000 FDWs. This number is forecast to rise to over 600,000 by [...]
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11
Aug
Aug
How does PathFinders’ define success?
What does success mean to you? Some find it in the outcomes or accomplishments, while [...]
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10
Aug
Aug
Our Shelter faces closure without immediate funding!
At PathFinders we believe every child deserves a fair start in life. Founded in 2008 [...]
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01
Jun
Jun
Open Letter to Funders
The double impact of the socio-political unrest and the outbreak of Covid-19 has sent shockwaves [...]
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23
Apr
Apr
PathFinders and our beneficiaries are championing positive parenting
In response to citywide suspension of classes including our education workshops, we are engaging migrant [...]
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15
Apr
Apr
Mourning the death of a child
On Children’s Day, 4th April, we were heartbroken to read in the media about the [...]
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07
Apr
Apr
For Migrant Domestic Workers: 3 Essential Tips to Help You Achieve Your Goals
A number of people, including Migrant Domestic Workers (MDWs), came to Hong Kong with the [...]
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02
Apr
Apr