Behind the Arab gulf states’ shining towers sits a patriarchal fiefdom that has revived slavery in the 21st century. #IDEVAW 
The Kafala system in the Gulf means that employers pretty much “own” their female domestic workers.
Verbal abuse, physical abuse and rape are rife. When the female workers fight back, they are sentenced to death for murder.
Verbal abuse, physical abuse and rape are rife. When the female workers fight back, they are sentenced to death for murder.
Only 2 weeks ago, a Saudi man was caught on tape attempting to rape his Kenyan domestic worker. #OrangeTheWorld
Women employed as domestic workers get “sold” online via apps on Google Play, Apple’s App Store, and even on Instagram.
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