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Ask Aileen

Ask Aileen is an advice column for migrant workers in HK. Pangyao co-founder and award-winning RTHK radio presenter, Aileen Alonzo-Hayward, in collaboration with NGOs and qualified professionals, answer your questions about migrant life. Anything from employment issues to personal problems, Aileen will answer them with no judgement.

LABOUR DEPARTMENT HK

Employment

28th Aug 20

Brooke, New Territories

The old air conditioner in my bedroom suddenly started dripping water and now my employer is asking me to pay $2000 to have it serviced. Are they allowed to ask me to pay for this, even though it seems to be just normal wear and tear?

Pathfinders

Employment

27th Aug 20

Ms. Davis, Hong Kong

My domestic worker has decided to raise her son here in Hong Kong with us, what challenges should I be prepared for? Will he be able to go to school here?

Pathfinders

Employment

27th Aug 20

Ms. Chan, Hong Kong Island

If my domestic worker is on maternity leave, is there a way for me to get part-time help until she comes back?

OVERSEAS WORKERS WEL...

Money Matters

30th Jul 20

Jennifer, Tsuen Wan

Dear Aileen, I am planning going back to my home country (Philippines) for good. Are there government programs that would be able to help me with my livelihood there?

Health and Fitness

29th Jul 20

Aileen Asks: Ron R. Lacson

What practical things can I include in my daily routine that can help reduce anxiety?

Health and Fitness

29th Jul 20

Aileen Asks: Ron R. Lacson

How can mindfulness help me cope with work-related stress?

Living in Hong Kong

28th Jul 20

Clara, Kowloon

Dear Aileen, I am feeling a bit stressed from being away from my family and the long hours I work. How can I cope better with life here abroad?

Money Matters

28th Jul 20

Christine S., Mongkok

I am a ‘Reference’ for my friend’s loan at a finance company where I also have a loan (my payments are always on time), she got terminated a few months ago and now the finance company collectors are calling me at my employer’s home. What do I do?

Employment

28th Jul 20

Nelia R., Shek Kip Mei

My employer’s mother is abusive towards me. She shouts, throws things and often says demeaning things to me. What should I do?

Employment

28th Jul 20

Maria N., Causeway Bay

I have only been with my employer for a few days, can I break my contract? I miss my kids.

Family, Love and Relationships

28th Jul 20

Ms. Moving On, HK

My husband and I have been separated for more than 5 years now and he already has a new family back in his hometown in Philippines. I have a boyfriend that I want to marry someday, how do I get divorced?

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28th Aug 20

Brooke, New Territories

The old air conditioner in my bedroom suddenly started dripping water and now my employer is asking me to pay $2000 to have it serviced. Are they allowed to ask me to pay for this, even though it seems to be just normal wear and tear?

27th Aug 20

Ms. Davis, Hong Kong

My domestic worker has decided to raise her son here in Hong Kong with us, what challenges should I be prepared for? Will he be able to go to school here?

27th Aug 20

Ms. Chan, Hong Kong Island

If my domestic worker is on maternity leave, is there a way for me to get part-time help until she comes back?

30th Jul 20

Jennifer, Tsuen Wan

Dear Aileen, I am planning going back to my home country (Philippines) for good. Are there government programs that would be able to help me with my livelihood there?

29th Jul 20

Aileen Asks: Ron R. Lacson

What practical things can I include in my daily routine that can help reduce anxiety?

29th Jul 20

Aileen Asks: Ron R. Lacson

How can mindfulness help me cope with work-related stress?

28th Jul 20

Clara, Kowloon

Dear Aileen, I am feeling a bit stressed from being away from my family and the long hours I work. How can I cope better with life here abroad?

28th Jul 20

Christine S., Mongkok

I am a ‘Reference’ for my friend’s loan at a finance company where I also have a loan (my payments are always on time), she got terminated a few months ago and now the finance company collectors are calling me at my employer’s home. What do I do?

28th Jul 20

Nelia R., Shek Kip Mei

My employer’s mother is abusive towards me. She shouts, throws things and often says demeaning things to me. What should I do?

28th Jul 20

Maria N., Causeway Bay

I have only been with my employer for a few days, can I break my contract? I miss my kids.

28th Jul 20

Ms. Moving On, HK

My husband and I have been separated for more than 5 years now and he already has a new family back in his hometown in Philippines. I have a boyfriend that I want to marry someday, how do I get divorced?