Mexico's Presidential Election Highlights Plight of Domestic Workers

As the country prepares to elect its first female president, millions of domestic workers continue to face harsh conditions and limited rights.

Approximately 2.5 million Mexicans, primarily women, work as domestic workers under challenging conditions.
Despite legislative reforms, many domestic workers still endure low wages, long hours, and abuse.
The upcoming election features two female candidates, raising hopes for improved labor rights.
Gender and class divisions remain deeply entrenched in Mexican society, affecting domestic workers disproportionately.
Activists call for better enforcement of labor laws to protect domestic workers.