10 August, 2025
Date: 10 August 2025
Organized by: Don Bosco Migrant Services (DBMS)
Background
Don Bosco Migrant Services (DBMS) continues its mission of creating safe platforms where migrant labourers can voice their concerns and access welfare opportunities. In this spirit, a Migrant Labourers Meet was organized at Kumaran Nagar, OMR, which brought together 72 workers from diverse sectors. The gathering served as an opportunity for migrants to connect with DBMS, share their challenges, and gain valuable knowledge on available welfare measures.
Objectives of the Meet:
The meet was designed to introduce migrant workers to relevant welfare initiatives and government schemes, with a strong focus on improving awareness about rights, entitlements, and health services. Beyond information-sharing, it aimed to provide a safe and open space for dialogue between workers and facilitators. A key objective of the session was also to prepare the ground for an ABHA card registration drive scheduled for the following week.
Highlights of the Session
During the session, workers were briefed about various health schemes and labour rights designed to support migrant populations. The facilitators encouraged participants to openly share their immediate concerns and challenges, fostering trust and mutual understanding. The discussions motivated workers to actively engage in future welfare programs and strengthened their confidence in DBMS as a supportive partner. One of the important outcomes of the dialogue was the collective confirmation of a follow-up plan to conduct ABHA card registrations in the coming week.
Outcome
The Migrant Labourers Meet successfully strengthened the relationship between DBMS and the migrant community. By providing a platform for open dialogue, addressing pressing issues, and outlining concrete next steps, the program empowered participants with knowledge and confidence. Most importantly, it laid a strong foundation for sustained support and long-term engagement between DBMS and migrant workers, ensuring their voices are heard and their needs are addressed.