The women migrant works contribute to the national economy in a large way and it is the island’s biggest single source of external revenue. In spite of this contribution, they face social, political and cultural discrimination in the host country and as well as in their own country. Thus, this publication highlights gaps between the rights of migrant workers under national and international laws and the reality of shortcomings and poor implementation by the relevant authorities. The assumed link between remittances and economic wellbeing is analysed through a case study from the Southern and current policies and practices of relevance to the reintegration of women workers upon their return to their homes is also assessed. 

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