Migrant Writing

My Journey Back to My Hometown during the Pandemic I decided to “retire” from Hong Kong, after several years working in the Concrete Country as a domestic worker. On December 3, 2020 I flew from Hong Kong to Lombok and transited first at Soekarno-Hatta Airport, Tangerang, Banten. Through this article, I share the story of my return journey to Indonesia and all the procedures I went through. Hopefully this information is useful for friends of Indonesian migrant workers and all Indonesian citizens in Hong Kong who want to return to their country when the Covid-19 pandemic is endemic. Covid-19 Test On Tuesday, December 1, 2020,... READ MORE

DDHK.ORG — For some Indonesian migrant workers in Hong Kong who have just finished their work contract, were terminated, or terminated their contract, the process of finding a new employer can be difficult. And of course, everyone wants to find a good employer: paid more if possible, fed three times a day, given a day off every week, and there is no CCTV in his house. For Muslim women, they definitely hope that they are allowed to pray five times a day, fast in Ramadan, and wear the hijab. All that will be determined from the interview process or interviews with prospective employers. Based on the author's experience, there are five tips that can be done, especially by Indonesian migrant workers who are Muslim, to impress... READ MORE

Ma On Shan Beach, a Fun Place to Relax DDHK.ORG – In Hong Kong, there are many interesting tourist attractions. Starting from places for shopping, places that hold high historical value, to natural attractions with amazing views are available. Ma On Shan is one of the most visited areas in Hong Kong. Because, the area provides a very beautiful and good refreshing place to be enjoyed by anyone. The beautiful and spacious Ma On Shan Park (Ma On Shan Park) is visited by many Indonesian migrant workers to pass the time on their holidays. The park is also crowded with local Hong Kong residents, both ... READ MORE

DDHK.ORG – Six Indonesian migrant workers in Hong Kong went on a free trip to Ocean Park on Saturday, October 10, 2020. They celebrate their birthdays in the February-September period, when one of the biggest tourist attractions in Hong Kong was temporarily closed due to the Covid-19 pandemic. “When I entered, at first I didn't believe it (if it was free). We asked, 'may yaw free ticket?' Then the officers immediately asked for an ID card (HKID) and saw the date of his birthday," said Siti Raswati and Sukinah, two of the six migrant workers who traveled to Ocean Park. Siti herself has a birthday on August 28. Meanwhile, Sukinah, September 10. Another friend who also joined... READ MORE

DDHK.ORG – For Muslim friends, of course, halal food is a major consideration in culinary activities wherever they are. Moreover, if you live or travel to a country with a non-Muslim majority population. For example, in Hong Kong. Although a lot of delicious food is scattered, but its halal is doubtful. It is not only the case of menus of types of meat that are forbidden according to Islam, but also the use of cooking spices and the prohibition of meat because the slaughtering process is not in accordance with religious demands. Most of them are even clearly categorized as haram. For Muslim friends who are in Hong Kong, whether they are traveling or actually living and working here, there is no need to worry about the availability of... READ MORE

DDHK.ORG - In the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic situation, Dompet Dhuafa Hong Kong (DDHK) held a Journalism Training activity for Indonesian migrant workers in Hong Kong. The training materials provided cover basic journalistic skills, ranging from communication, writing, videography, photography, to graphic design. "Training materials will be provided by Ustadz Abdul Razak. He is the Coordinator of the DDHK Media and Publication Team," said the General Manager of DDHK, M. Imam Baihaqi, when greeting the training participants, Sunday (13/9/2020). “Training is conducted every Sunday, 11:00 Hong Kong time online, using the Zoom application. Later, when the situation is normal, God willing, we will schedule kopdar (ground coffee), face-to-face training, "... READ MORE

DDHK.ORG - Dompet Dhuafa Hong Kong (DDHK), last Wednesday (19/8/2020), held an online study on Thursday night, using the Zoom application. The study delivered by Dai Cordofa, Ustadz Jajang Aisyul Muzzaki, was themed "Happy Living with Faith". "Happy is that, later you can enter heaven and be able to see the face of God," said Ustadz Jajang in his tausiyah. Ustadz Jajang also invites the congregation to know and understand the purpose for which we were created and live in the world. He also conveyed four things related to it. Namely, to worship Allah and live with a leadership mission. We are also destined to live in this world to make it a place to collect provisions for life in the hereafter. ... READ MORE

DDHK.ORG - Dompet Dhuafa Hong Kong (DDHK), Sunday (23/8/2020), held an online study, using the Zoom application. The study presented by Dai Cordofa, Ustadz Jajang Aisyul Muzzaki, was themed “Sincerity: Clearing and Purifying Our Intentions Only Expecting the Pleasure of Allah Ta'ala”. Ustadz Jajang conveyed 3 characteristics of sincere people. That is, having the same feeling when faced with other people's responses. "When he is criticized he is not angry, and when he is praised he is not proud," he said. Another characteristic, does not feel meritorious for the good he does, and always hopes for the reward of the hereafter and believes that the problems of the world will follow by themselves. As a Muslim, said Ustadz Jajang, we must be sincere in... READ MORE