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Background: Workers in informal small-scale industries (SSI) in developing countries involved in welding, spray painting, woodwork and metalwork are exposed to various hazards with consequent risk to health.
This paper analyzes the situation of street vendors in big cities, the reasons for this informal sector that is continuously increasing as a result of poverty and lack of gainful employment in the rural areas and in the smaller towns.
Background: Housemaid, the most common occupation in the female labor force in Brazil, is known to be targeted by a generalized racial and job discrimination, which can generate mental suffering such as depressive and anxiety symptoms. In this cross-sectional study, the association between being a...
International Labour Conference, 91st Session, Report 5
From the booklet, "The main aim of the research and booklet is to help build strong local and national organisations so that street traders can speak with one voice and influence policy makers. We also want to make sure that the needs of poor women are addressed by these organisations."
More information about the CD-ROM is available on the ILO website , including this introduction: Examines 211 corporate codes of conduct and compares their content to the provisions contained in the ILO's Tripartite Declaration of Principles concerning Multinational Enterprises and Social Policy...
The purpose of this study is to provide an overview of the problems of street vendors in urban areas. The study discusses the profession in the wider urban context of street vendors, their contribution to the urban economy, the problems they face, the perceptions of the urban population towards them...
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.