Cases of Kafala Abuse in Lebanon
Winnifred cared for Nabil and Hanan Mezher's severely disabled daughter. In appreciation they accused her of stealing and refused to pay her 5 months' salary.
Faustina was sexually and physically abused, BUT aware help was coming. She did not commit suicide. There should be a homicide investigation.
Thereze and Maroun Ayoub are serial abusers. There is photographic evidence of physical abuse. They do not pay. And the Ministry of Labour refuse to intervene.
Ali and Safaa employed Eunice in April, 2019. They have not paid her and have denied her contact with her family. They say it is because of the dollar crisis.
Jenny's employer died and his brother was planning to take her to the agency against her wishes. We advocated for her repatriation and she was sent home.
Blessing has been enslaved by the Ghalayinis since August 2019. She’s sick with tuberculosis, and she hasn’t received one Lira in payment.