Books and reports

Measuring the Economically Active in Population Censuses: A Handbook

20 January 2012

The Handbook provides guidance on the measurement of economic characteristics in population censuses, based on relevant experiences of countries, with a particular focus on the questions used and the requirements for processing of responses.

The Global Crisis. Causes, responses and challenges

13 June 2011

This important collection of essays brings together the main findings of ILO research since the start of the global financial and economic crisis in 2008. With contributions from diverse research disciplines, the volume provides new perspectives on employment and income-led growth and the role of regulation, and makes policy recommendations for the future.

Trade and Employment in the Global Crisis

07 July 2010

In many low- and middle-income countries, the global financial crisis has led to significant losses of jobs and pressures on real wages. Based on the findings of ILO-sponsored country studies of employment impacts, this book analyses how cross-border trade has acted as a transmission channel, spreading the crisis to developing states. Key topics covered include how changes in trade flows affect the labour market, the role of price volatility and demand shocks in the recent crisis and how export concentration makes countries more vulnerable. This title is co-published with Academic Foundation.

2008 Labour Overview. Latin America and the Caribbean

01 July 2009

This edition provides evidence of the effects of an unprecedented international crisis that has cast a shadow over the global economy and is reflected in the employment situation in the region. Employment will be a challenge in 2009. As ILO Director-General, Juan Somavia stated, "The ILO's message is realistic, not alarmist" with respect to this situation.

The financial and economic crisis: A decent work response

20 May 2009

This study reviews world-wide responses to the global financial crisis and contributes to the ongoing debate on restoring stability. The study provides evidence-based policy analysis on how ILO Members can best mitigate the effects of the crisis and advocates the need for a global jobs pact to support recovery.