My name in Thandi. I was one of 21 million trapped in modern day slavery. After I finished high school I was offered a decent job overseas. Or so I thought. When I arrive, I was brought to a man who I think was my broker. He took my passport and he sent me to work for a family who had 5 children. I did everything in the house, cleaning, taking care of the kids, cooking, washing laundry. I worked 10-14 hours a day, with no days off. I wasn’t allowed to go anywhere. Even though I didn’t have a contract, I wasn’t allowed to quite. I was forced to do this for 4 more years until I was allowed to go home.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=34&v=x0upd1gIp3U
Narrative courtesy of International Labour Organization
