Introduction to the Migrant Workers Portal in Jordan
Hundreds of thousands of migrant workers operate in various sectors in Jordan, including those with legal work permits and a significant number working without proper documentation, making their exact count challenging due to the absence of a comprehensive official database. Despite the numerous legislations governing migrant labor in Jordan, these workers face significant challenges due to the complexity and multiplicity of laws related to their residency and employment, coupled with weak enforcement and compliance monitoring.
Providing accurate, clear, and simplified information for migrant workers is crucial to ensuring their proper understanding of rights and responsibilities. Currently lacking a reliable source offering such information in multiple languages, they become vulnerable to violations, exploitation, and inadvertent breaches of the law.
The Migrant Workers Portal aims to address this substantial gap, offering a trustworthy online platform providing essential information and support for migrant workers in Jordan, catering to the needs of both interested individuals and professionals. The portal will serve as a comprehensive resource covering procedures, laws, rights, and duties, empowering these workers to navigate their work environment with increased confidence and security.
This portal operates under the website of the Jordanian Labor Rights Center “Workers’ House,” specializing in labor affairs, legislation, and studies related to workers, labor relations, and international labor standards.
The portal is available in Arabic, English, and other languages spoken by migrant workers in Jordan, such as Bengali, Hindi, Sinhalese, and Filipino.
Vision
To be the leading gateway for migrant labor in Jordan, providing a reliable source of information and effective support to migrant workers. Our goal is to enhance their understanding of their rights and improve their working conditions in their work environment.
Mission
We are committed to providing a comprehensive and reliable resource of information and support regarding the laws, rights, and duties related to migrant labor in Jordan. We seek to empower migrant workers, improve working conditions, and promote understanding between workers and employers.
Jordanian Center for Labor Rights "Workers' House"
A non-governmental, civil institution in Jordan dedicated to improving working conditions in direct collaboration with workers, employers, the government, civil society organizations, and international entities. Our vision is to ensure fair employment relationships that preserve workers’ rights and provide a healthy work environment, with balanced labor legislation in line with international labor standards.