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Understanding patterns of structural discrimination of migrant and other workers in some countries of South and West Asia

19 April 2022

This background paper reviews the literature that sheds light on the structural patterns of discrimination against migrant workers in some countries of South and West Asia. It also articulates recommendations that would help officials in UN agencies, international organizations, constituents and other civil society individuals and groups, while referring to the existing evidence of structural discrimination to support the application of international labour standards.

ILO Working paper 41

Supporting decent work and the transition towards formalization through technology-enhanced labour inspection

21 October 2021

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UNAIDS calls on governments to strengthen HIV-sensitive social protection responses to the COVID-19 pandemic

28 August 2020

UNAIDS calls on governments to live up to their commitment to develop nationally owned and led social protection systems for all, including floors; and scale up and progressively enhance coverage, adequacy and comprehensiveness, thereby improving the responsiveness and quality of interventions to address the needs and vulnerabilities of people living with HIV.

MDW Information Guide

Information Guide for Domestic Workers in Zimbabwe

22 July 2016

As part of the GAP-MDW Zimbabwe/Lesotho-South Africa migration corridor project, this information guide has been created for domestic workers in Zimbabwe.

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Why should AIDS be part of the Africa Development Agenda?

04 February 2015

African leaders have the power to create a future of opportunity for their people by accelerating implementation of their commitment to ending AIDS in a new road map grounded in principles of social justice and inclusive growth.

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Corporate brochure on ILO Programme on HIV/AIDS and the World of Work

15 March 2012

Prevent HIV, Protect Human Rights at Work

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Responsible contracting: An approach aimed at improving social and labour practices in the property services sector

09 February 2012

Research paper on the property services sector, and in particular on the provision of cleaning and security services, prepared as background for an ILO meeting on Private employment agencies in private services sectors, 18–19 October 2011.

International Migration Papers No. 98

Afghan households and workers in the Islamic Republic of Iran: Profile and impact

16 October 2009

This study represents the results of a process of primary data generation through field surveys of Afghan households, establishments employing Afghan workers and Afghan workers themselves, through a collaborative process among national and international experts. The findings indicate the marginal position of Afghan households and workers in the Iranian economy even after decades of stay. Furthermore, most Afghans have had little contact with Afghanistan. While the Iranian authorities maintain that all the remaining Afghans must return to Afghanistan, there are many economic and social impediments to the return of the remaining populations. Increasing restrictions and controls are likely to increase their marginalization without a perceptible impact on prospects for return. The study highlights that continuing international cooperation and bilateral dialogue are essential to sort out the complex economic, social and political issues. Meanwhile, it is necessary to support the improvement of the working conditions for Afghans in Iran, and in general to facilitate their integration.

International Migration Papers No. 94

Irregular Economic Activities of Migrant in the Czech Republic

01 October 2009

Migrants' informal economic activities are closely linked with the phenomenon of irregular migration, as these activities are very often carried out by irregular migrants (very broadly and simply characterized - as those without necessary basic documents that woudl enable them to come/stay/work in a new destination country).

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Prevention of HIV/AIDS in the World of Work: A Tripartite Response. A documentation of Good Practices.

01 September 2009

India’s National AIDS Control Programme aims to develop a multisectoral response to HIV/AIDS. Mainstreaming HIV/AIDS in key ministries is seen as a key strategy. The Central Board for Workers Education (CBWE), an institution of the Ministry of Labour and Employment, Government of India, reaches out to 300,000 workers annually through its workers’ education programmes. CBWE, with support from the International Labour Organization (ILO), has mainstreamed HIV in its programmes that reach workers in the formal as well as informal economy in India. This case study provides insights into the process, experiences and lessons of the way CBWE has mainstreamed HIV/AIDS in its programmes.