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This open-access book, edited by Martha Chen and Françoise Carré, brings together leading scholars to investigate recent conceptual shifts, research findings and policy debates on the informal economy. It is the culmination of 20 years of pioneering work by WIEGO and calls for a paradigm shift in...
A guide for journalists on key questions about the informal economy.
WIEGO's Michael Rogan and Caroline Skinner wrote an OpEd in The Conversation shedding light on the realities of South Africa's informal economy.
Marty Chen's keynote address, November 13, 2018, in Johannesburg at the 7th WIEGO General Assembly.
This "solutions article" from the group Apolitical explores the growing need for migrant domestic workers in many developed countries, and what can be done or is being done to protect these vulnerable workers. WIEGO's Karin Pape is quoted in the article.
Note from WIEGO 20th Anniversary Research Conference.
Abstract: The political evolution of Kampala under the National Resistance Movement (NRM) has profoundly affected the fortunes of the city’s street vendors. This article examines the effects of institutional changes brought about by the NRM’s efforts to monopolize power in the city, arguing that the...
Abstract: Informal employment represents more than half of nonagricultural employment in most developing regions, contributes to the overall economy, and provides pathways to reduction of poverty and inequality. Support to the informal economy should include the expansion of occupational health and...
Martha Chen, International Coordinator of WIEGO, addresses an audience on women's economic empowerment and informal workers. This speaking engaement took place at the Secretary-General's High-Level Panel (SGHLP) for Women's Economic Empowerment Consultation for Latin America and the Caribbean, in...
From the Minimum Wage Policy Guide: "Based on existing ILO standards and the diversity of international practice, this website provides information on key questions of good practice and highlights different choices that can be made depending on national preferences and country circumstances."
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.