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The purpose of these papers was to identify the latest data and trends in the evolution of the informal economy around the world. Some of these papers are being published under the present Employment Sector series on the informal economy. This compendium is an attempt to tackle the problem of...
ILO Working Paper on the Informal Economy , No. 7
Abstract: Estimates of the size of the informal economy in 110 developing, transition and OECD countries are presented. The average size of the informal economy, as a percent of official GNI in the year 2000, in developing countries is 41%, in transition countries 38% and in OECD countries 18%. A...
Abstract: Home‐based work differs from other employment because the work site is the home itself. This difference means that the fixed costs of working at home are less than the fixed costs of working on site and that home‐based workers may engage in joint market and household production. Using data...
This paper examines the impact of globalization on those who work in the informal economy, with a special emphasis on women workers and producers.
As described on amazon.com , "The Hidden Assembly Line studies the impact of subcontracted work in different national settings, linking it to the global economy and to changes in women’s financial security and work opportunities. The contributors debate the implications for women’s empowerment and...
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.