Principal Secretary for Labor and Skills Development Mr. Shadrack Mwadime.
By Aoma Keziah,
The International Labour Organization (ILO) hosted a media breakfast briefing in Nairobi under the Better Regional Migration Management (BRMM) programme, supported by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO).
The session brought together journalists, senior government officials, workers’ and employers’ representatives to explore how the media can better report on migration issues in the region.
In his opening remarks Principal Secretary for Labor and Skills Development, Mr. Shadrack Mwadime, said the media plays a vital role in shaping how the public understands labor migration, noting that journalists are instrumental in telling the stories of migrant workers in a fair and factual way.
“The media is an indispensable partner in shaping migration narratives, countering misinformation, and ensuring that the experiences of migrant workers are told with dignity and balance,” he stated.
Mwadime further added that with the right data and insights, the media can help the public understand migration better, influence policy, and support fair and safe migration practices.”
Held under the theme “Enhancing Media’s Role in Promoting Safe, Regular, and Fair Labor Migration,” the event sought to deepen cooperation between the media and institutions working to improve migration governance.
The meeting also offered a chance for media professionals to interact directly with experts from the ILO, officials from the Ministry of Labor and Social Protection, and key social partners such as the Federation of Kenyan Employers (FKE), Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU-K), and the National Employment Authority (NEA).
Participants discussed Kenya’s current migration trends, overseas employment opportunities, and the government’s ongoing efforts to strengthen labor migration governance and worker protection.
The ILO’s BRMM programme has been supporting Kenya in improving migration systems through fair recruitment initiatives, skills development partnerships, and regional coordination.
Officials at the forum emphasized that while labor migration continues to offer opportunities for employment and skills transfer, challenges remain in areas such as regulation, protection, and reintegration of returning workers.
They called on journalists to help raise awareness, promote accurate information, and encourage responsible reporting that focuses on rights, safety, and dignity.
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