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The processes of liberalisation, globalisation, and privatisation were expected to weaken the bargaining power of workers vis-à-vis employers and lead to a reduction in the number and frequency of industrial conflicts. However, the reform measures were in some cases successfully opposed by trade...
Examining the structural transformation in India and its developed states to know whether they have passed the Lewis turning point, this paper finds that there was slow structural change in labour markets at the national level. But states such as Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab and...
Recognising the different ways that capitalism is theorised, this book explores various aspects of contemporary capitalism in India. Using field research at a local level to engage with larger issues, it raises questions about the varieties and processes of capitalism, and about the different roles...
"The Indian Institute for Human Settlements (IIHS) is a national education institution committed to the equitable, sustainable and efficient transformation of Indian settlements."
This is the January 2015 issue of ILO's newsletter to feature its resources on domestic work. The resources include materials for research, policy, and practice. Additional ILO newsletters on domestic work are also available in English, French, and Spanish.
Newsletter from WASTE Advisers on Urban Environment and Development A related notice was sent by WASTE to be included with this newsletter. More information about WASTE is here .
Production: André Carrieri and Jutta Gutberlet The video lasts 27 minutes and describes the work of organized recyclers (catadores) pervading many social, economic, political and environmental issues. It is available online , with subtitles in English, German and Spanish.
This issue includes: A. News from Setu Africa · Meeting of SETU Africa team with the Tanzania High Commission · WISE started micro-pension scheme with the help of SEWA B. News from SEWA · Participation of Megha Mandli members in Sattvik Mela for directly linking primary agricultural producers with...
Videos / Slideshows / Audio
Millions of women work long hours, in dangerous conditions, for little pay. They are fighting for change, with the help of ILO Convention 189 on Decent Work for Domestic Workers. Watch this video to learn how.
Workers Education/Organizing Materials
This manual helps street vendors learn more about the regulations that govern public space and how to defend the right to work in public space. It describes successful actions taken by street vendor organizations. And it offers information to help you organize and negotiate with local government.
WIEGO Working Papers
Mike Rogan reviews how informal workers are taxed, why there is growing interest in taxing them, and whether they should be included in the tax net.