The phenomenon of TKW (Tenaga Kerja Wanita or female migrant workers) has become a pressing concern in Indonesia, with many workers facing exploitation and abuse at the hands of their employers. The term "entot" used in the context of "TKW di entot majikan" is a colloquial and somewhat crude expression that refers to the sexual exploitation or abuse of TKW by their employers.
The phenomenon of domestic workers, known as TKW (Tenaga Kerja Wanita) in Indonesia, has become a significant concern in recent years. Many Indonesian women migrate to other countries in search of better job opportunities, only to find themselves trapped in exploitative working conditions. This paper aims to examine the plight of domestic workers in Indonesia, particularly those who are exploited by their employers. tkw di entot majikan
| Stakeholder | Action | |-------------|--------| | | • Strengthen vetting of recruitment agencies; impose heavy sanctions for agencies whose workers report sexual abuse. • Expand the Migrant Women Protection Unit with dedicated case‑workers who speak the languages of host countries. • Negotiate bilateral agreements that include explicit clauses on protection against sexual exploitation. | | Host Governments | • Extend labour‑law coverage to domestic workers, ensuring they can lodge formal complaints without losing residency. • Create “Employer Licensing” that mandates background checks and mandatory training on gender‑based violence. • Provide safe‑housing shelters for victims, funded through a joint‑responsibility scheme. | | International Community | • Promote universal ratification of ILO Convention 189. • Allocate funding to regional NGOs for trauma‑informed counselling and legal representation. • Facilitate cross‑border data sharing on trafficking and sexual exploitation cases. | | Civil Society & NGOs | • Launch peer‑support networks among TKW (e.g., WhatsApp groups moderated by trained counsellors). • Conduct awareness campaigns in both Indonesian rural sending areas and destination‑country communities to challenge misogynistic norms. | | Employers | • Sign a “Code of Conduct” that explicitly bans any sexual demand and outlines clear disciplinary measures. • Provide written contracts in both the host‑country language and Bahasa Indonesia, detailing work duties and rights. | | Researchers | • Conduct longitudinal studies on the mental‑health outcomes of abused TKW to inform evidence‑based interventions. • Develop a standardized reporting tool for embassies to collect comparable data across countries. | The phenomenon of TKW (Tenaga Kerja Wanita or
Prepared by: [Your Name], Research Analyst, Migration & Gender Rights Date: 11 April 2026 Many Indonesian women migrate to other countries in
