01/05/2026
Today is International Workers' Day.
Migrant workers all across the country are doing essential jobs like providing care, putting food on tables and building houses amongst many more. They are enriching society, improving the economy and deserve to be treated equally.
However, far too many face exploitation, underpayment, mistreatment and feel powerless to speak out because of the system gives them less safety. Our survey report Tied to Exploitation found that 7 in 10 general employment permit holders have been exploited at work - underpaid, overworked and too afraid to do anything about it.
38,000+ workers across 100+ nationalities are living this reality right now.
This has to change. Join MRCI in this fight.
💚 If you are affected by exploitation or unfair employment permit rules — join our campaign: 👉 www.mrci.ie/employment-permits-campaign
💚 Want to support our work and receive updates: 👉 www.mrci.ie/
📄 Read the full report: 👉 www.mrci.ie/tied-to-exploitation
