"Case Analysis of Human Trafficking: Timorese Migrant Workers in Malaysia Based on Eleanor Roosevelt's Approach to Human Rights."

Authors

  • Hendrik Fahik STFT WIDYA SASANA MALANG
  • Yohanes I Wayan Marianta Sekolah Tinggi Filsafat Teologi Widya Sasana Malang
  • Kunibert Janson Seran Sekolah Tinggi Filsafat Teologi Widya Sasana Malang

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.52110/jppak.v5i4.299

Keywords:

Human trafficking Migrant workers Human rights Eleanor Roosevelt Malaysia

Abstract

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This study aims to analyze a human trafficking case involving Timorese migrant workers in Malaysia using the human rights approach developed by Eleanor Roosevelt. This approach emphasizes the importance of protecting, respecting, and fulfilling the fundamental rights of every individual, particularly those in vulnerable positions. In this study, a qualitative research method is employed with a case study approach, which includes document analysis, in-depth interviews with stakeholders, and participatory observation of the conditions of the migrant workers.

The research findings indicate that Timorese migrant workers often fall victim to various forms of exploitation, such as forced labor, inhumane working conditions, unfair wages, and minimal legal protection from both the sending and receiving countries. This situation reflects a serious violation of the fundamental principles of human rights.

This study makes an important contribution to uncovering the ongoing dynamics of human trafficking in Southeast Asia, particularly targeting migrant labor groups. Furthermore, the findings provide several policy recommendations, including the need for stronger bilateral agreements between labor-sending and labor-receiving countries, increased oversight of recruitment agencies, and human rights education for prospective migrants. Thus, it is hoped that the protection of Timorese migrant workers can be significantly improved.

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Submitted

2025-05-16

Accepted

2025-09-12

Published

2025-11-11

How to Cite

Fahik, H., Marianta, Y. I. W. ., & Seran, K. J. . (2025). "Case Analysis of Human Trafficking: Timorese Migrant Workers in Malaysia Based on Eleanor Roosevelt’s Approach to Human Rights.". Research Journal of Catholic Religion Education, 5(4), 402-421. https://doi.org/10.52110/jppak.v5i4.299