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This practical guide outlines how the right to information, a right that is broadly recognized in international law and in most countries national laws, can be used to securing livelihoods. This brief is part of the WIEGO Publication Series . View list of all WIEGO briefs .
In this article, the author describes how domestic workers in the United Kingdom are especially precarious because they are both socially and economically subjugated, and are exempted from wage and hour protections, minimum wage law, and many health and safety standards. The author links this...
Este análisis se propone aportar al conocimiento de las características particulares del colectivo conformado por los hogares clasificadores de residuos sólidos de Montevideo. Asimismo, intenta colaborar en la comprensión de los condicionamientos implícitos en la actividad de clasificación, que...
Explores dual (formal/informal) systems of political use of the courts and informal social/business networks in Russia.
Cowles Foundation Discussion Paper No. 1874
Summary from Cities of Migration: Cities are uniquely positioned to learn from one another and to adapt and replicate good practice. Whatever the legal and jurisdictional framework, or differences in municipal responsibilities, cities around the world are accountable to their constituents and have a...
From the Report: This report attempts to breathe fresh air into the longstanding policy challenge of the informal economy. Despite being a fundamental activity underlying our economy and society, undeclared work has for many years remained sidelined by policymakers, journalists and other social...
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.