New technology unveiled to fight workers exploitation in Middle EastParticipants during the launch of the Just Good Work AppA new technology to help Kenyans seeking jobs in the Middle East get firsthand information has been launchedThe app, Just Good Work, helps prospective job seekers to know what exactly to expect before they make a decision to leave the country for greener pastures in foreign countries. It has been developed in collaboration with the Anglican Church of Kenya (ACK).therefore allows prospective employees to do a fact check and due diligence before making a conscious decision in their prospective jobs. It seeks to increase transparency of the recruitment process, enabling people to make informed choices and ensure they are safe, profitable and legal; this helps them avoid deception, debt and exploitation. SEE ALSO :Pact with Saudi Arabia raises Kenyan workers’ minimum pay“We seek to tackle human trafficking, slavery and disposal of family property in the search for greener pastures outside the country which eventually leads to desperation, hopelessness and even death when these hopes are not fulfilled,” said Wanyoike. The app therefore shed light on NGOs, charities and recruitment agencies.

Source: Standard Digital March 06, 2019 12:00 UTC