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Abstract: This article describes an action-research project which has the multiple objectives of mapping the range of home-based work in different countries, investigating the ways in which such work is embodied in local or international production chains, and developing a methodology which will...
This Ordinance regulates the use of streets and sidewalks in the Municipality of Marikina
Abstract: This working paper takes a close look at how people in two countries – viz. Thailand and Zambia – and in particular those working in the informal economy, coped with economic crisis. The methodology borrows from the Sustainable Livelihoods approaches, as adopted by UNDP and DfID among...
This report marks an important point in debates about Nepal’s informal economy. For the first time, the significance of the informal economy is recognised and the challenges facing workers discussed. More information is available on the ILO website .
Abstract: There are labour laws pertinent to health issues of garment workers in Bangladesh. The laws cover work hours, wages, sick leave, maternity leave and benefits, compensation and other working environment related issues. Because of the lack of implementation and/or violation of the laws...
According to SEWA, "SEWA decided to set up Karmika School for Construction Workers (KSCW) at Ahmedabad, Gujarat in 2003 with the objective of training women workers in construction industry in the new technology so that they are able to enhance their quality of life, raise their economic strength...
This Act on Manpower seeks to ensure the creation of equal opportunity and provision of manpower that suits the need of national development, the protection and safeguarding of the fundamental rights of workers, the improvement of the welfare of people and to secure the implementation of equal...
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.