Publications

2002

1. Trade unions and HIV/AIDS

   01 January 2002

   This handbook aims to provide guidelines to woirkers' organisations to help them initiate policy/programmes to combat HIV/AIDS. It enables trade unions gain in-depth understanding of the HIV/AIDS through their networks and programmes. The specific objectives of this handbook are: to enhance the knowledge level of the trade unions about STIs/HIV/AIDS; to enable the trade unions appreciate their role in developing policy and programmes on HIV/AIDS; to provide guidelines to trade unions to help them play their role effectively in strengthening the world of work response to HIV/AIDS.

2. Combating child labour and HIV/AIDS in sub-Saharan Africa - A review of policies, programmes, and projects in South Africa, the United Republic of Tanzania and Zambia to identify good practices. Paper No. 1

   01 January 2002

   This report covers these linkages between the HIV/AIDS pandemic and child labour in South Africa, the United Republic of Tanzania, and Zambia. It complements Rapid Assessments in these countries to gather qualitative data on the links between child labour and HIV/AIDS. Significant efforts are being made in the three African countries to understand and respond to the linkage, or at least to one component of the relationship. This review presents many examples of both response models and specific examples of responses to both HIV/AIDS and child labour. The ability to learn from and expand “good practices” depends critically on more focused government attention to the pandemic and its impact on children, including the stigma and discrimination they face.

3. Consultation workshop on HIV/AIDS and the World of Work: Key issues and conclusions - Geneva, 16-17 October 2000 – Meeting Report 1

   01 January 2002

   This report is a summary of proceedings and also a useful guide to the development of policies and programmes in the World of Work. Examples are given of existing workplace action, and of the activities of governments, employers, workers, and their organizations; analysis is made of the ILO’s potential role in the global response to AIDS; and recommendations are outlined for the ILO and its national and international partners.

4. Workshop for employers’ organizations in East and Southern Africa on a time-bound action plan to combat HIV/AIDS - Mombasa, Kenya, 26-27 November 2001 – Meeting Report 2

   01 January 2002

   The report of the Mombasa workshop presents an overview of the range of activities undertaken by employers in the sub-region, and serves as a useful guide to the development of policies and programmes in the world of work. The action plan, in particular, is a practical example of the steps which need to be taken in order to develop and implement workplace-based action to combat HIV/AIDS.

5. Implementing the ILO code of practice on HIV/AIDS and the world of work. An education and training manual

   01 January 2002

   This comprehensive educational and training tool manual offers practical guidance for formulating viable policies and programmes to combat HIV/AIDS in the world of work. Aimed at protecting the rights and dignity of workers, their families, and all people living with HIV/AIDS, the education and training material provided here can be applied to all sectors, public and private, formal and informal. Presented in eight modules, it contains a flexible and diverse set of learning options to meet the specific requirements of different groups in various environments and situations. Each module is designed to involve people in active learning through activities such as the presentation of issues, role play and group work. The manual also includes case study extracts, numerous samples of legislation, polices and collective agreements and an extensive list of references and resources.

6. A Compendium of HIV/AIDS Workplace Policies of Partner Enterprises and other Social Partners in India

   01 January 2002

7. Enterprises and HIV/AIDS in India

   01 January 2002

8. Contributing to the fight against HIV/AIDS within the informal economy: The existing and potential role of decentralized systems of social protection.

   01 January 2002

   This paper describes efforts being developed by the ILO to strengthen the capacity of groups of workers and their families, particularly those in the informal economy, to organize action for the prevention of HIV/AIDS and for the care of those affected by HIV/AIDS. In line with one of the major recommendations emanating from UNGASS, the approach is grounded in communities’ activities and mobilization, to enable them to rise to the challenge of HIV/AIDS. The approach builds on the extensive experience gained by ILO/STEP and its development partners in exploring the potential of decentralized systems such as micro-insurance to extend coverage of social protection in health.

2001

1. Brainstorm Workshop on ILO/UNIFEM Programme - The Care Economy, HIV/AIDS and the World of Work – Turin, 22-23 November 2001

   22 November 2001

2. 

   The ILO Code of Practice on HIV/AIDS and the World of Work

   01 June 2001

   The code provides invaluable practical guidance to policy-makers, employers’ and workers’ organizations and other social partners for formulating and implementing appropriate workplace policy, prevention and care programmes, and for establishing strategies to address workers in the informal sector. It is the product of collaboration between the ILO and its tripartite constituents, as well as cooperation with its international partners.

2000

1. Employers' Handbook on Managing HIV/AIDS in the Workplace - HIV/AIDS Care and Support in the Workplace

   01 November 2000

2. Effect to be given to the resolution concerning HIV/AIDS and the world of work, adopted by the International Labour Conference at its 88th Session (2000)

   01 November 2000

3. Draft of the Resolution concerning HIV/AIDS and the world of work

   01 June 2000