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Abstract: The informal economy, meaning employment and production that operate outside the regulatory and tax systems, tends to be overlooked in U.S. policy discussions. When it is considered, it is often viewed in terms of black market (i.e., criminal and illegal) activities, undocumented...
This paper proposes improvements in recycling in the city of Manaus envisioned as part of the manufacturing process of alternative construction materials using polymer waste. The improvements have the potential to greatly reduce the amount of waste in the environment of Manaus and thus to greatly...
School of Development Studies Research Report No 90
This technical brief critically assesses land-use zoning regulations, both generally and specifically in India, with particular reference to the impact of mixed-use zoning on home-based production. It suggests both a more efficient and equitable approach to regulating land use that provides for the...
Report of the Working Group on Occupational Safety and Health for the 12th Five Year Plan, 2012-2017
Institute for the Study of Labor (IZA), Discussion Paper No. 5845
Especial - Vida nas ruas População em situação de rua e o direito à Cidade
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.