Around 30 women between the age of 20 and 50 seemed to be engaged in a lively discussion. The day's discussion, on gender inequality in the family, sex, cooking recipes and effective babysitting, was often interrupted with laughter and casual banter.

Saturday discussions organized by the Paraikatte Domestic Workers Association in Makassar, South Sulawesi, are focused on workers' rights and negotiation strategies. 'Students' of the class are domesti