Empowering Indonesian Migrant Workers in Malaysia: A Hybrid Psycho-Social Readiness and Rights Protection Program

Nurratri Kurnia Sari; Muhlis Fajar Wicaksana

doi:10.61650/jip-dimas.v2i2.1201

Authors

Nurratri Kurnia Sari Universitas Veteran Bangun Nusantara, Indonesia https://orcid.org/0009-0006-7991-0454 [email protected]
Muhlis Fajar Wicaksana Universitas Veteran Bangun Nusantara, Indonesia https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4440-2218 [email protected]

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.61650/jip-dimas.v2i2.1201

Keywords:

Community empowerment mental readiness migrant workers social adaptation worker rights

Abstract

Indonesian migrant workers in Malaysia frequently face psychological stress, socio-cultural adaptation hurdles, and vulnerabilities due to a lack of legal literacy regarding labor rights. This community service aimed to enhance the mental readiness, socio-cultural adaptability, and legal awareness of Indonesian migrant workers to ensure their well-being and protection abroad. The program was conducted using a hybrid method combining online pre-departure webinars with on-site workshops and counseling involving 26 participants at the Indonesian Embassy in Kuala Lumpur. The results revealed a significant improvement in participants' stress management techniques, emotional resilience, daily communication skills, and understanding of employment contracts and labor rights. In conclusion, integrated psycho-social education effectively strengthens migrant workers' adaptability, mitigates workplace conflicts, and secures their fundamental rights

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