"Prospective AKP must clearly understand the documents, their rights, and all the consequences before departure. Misinformation is often a gateway to exploitation," his explained. He also stressed the need for integrated working relationships between village governments, support institutions, and placement companies to strengthen case management.

Another important narrative came from the perspective of community-based protection. Village governments are considered the frontline in protecting migrants as they are the starting point of the worker placement process. The panel discussion moderator emphasised that villages should not act alone but must have access to clear reference SOPs and a measurable network of support partners.

On the other hand, the role of international organisations and academics is also needed to ensure that risk education, worker rights advocacy, and psychosocial and economic recovery services for migrant workers after repatriation can be carried out sustainably. The results of this workshop will form the basis for improving the Migrant Worker Protection Pocket Book with a visual approach and language that is easier for coastal communities to understand.

Additionally, the MARINA Team will continue public education campaigns in village communities and support the development of government-based protection standard procedures at the village and district levels. These efforts aim to make Lawangrejo Village a model for community-based migrant worker protection that can be replicated in other coastal areas of Central Java.

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