Scandic Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews
ISSN 2703-965X

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Gender-based violence and harassment in the informal sector: a case study of domestic workers in Pakistan

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Vol. 2, Issue 6, MAY 2022

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Muhammad Bakhsh Lolai¹ and Awais Ur Rahman²

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The informal sector, particularly domestic work, stands as a cornerstone of Pakistan’s economy, employing millions of women and girls. Despite their indispensable contribution, these workers grapple with a myriad of challenges, ranging from exploitation and inadequate wages to a lack of social protection. Among these challenges, the spectre of gender-based violence and harassment (GBVH) looms large, constituting a severe and pervasive threat to the physical and mental well-being of domestic workers.

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