Publications on informal economy

  1. Publication

    100 Years of Public Works in the ILO

    21 October 2021

    This book chronicles the breadth and depth of ILO’s engagement in Public Works Programmes (PWPs) over the last century. It describes the journey, the ideas and the innovations that have emerged in a shifting global economic, social and political context. PWPs continue to be widely used and supported by the ILO an it is hoped that lessons that have been handed down will be useful in informing future policy-making and programme design.

  2. Publication

    Helping micro and small enterprises cope with HIV/AIDS - A handbook for small business associations and service providers

    01 January 2007

    This handbook attempts to respond to the needs and constraints of small and micro enterprises, formal or informal, by providing practical guidance for those who regulate, advise and support them. The objectives of the handbook are to raise awareness about the impact of HIV/AIDS on micro and small enterprise owners, managers and workers and to offer policy and technical guidance to the individuals and institutions that provide support and services to small businesses.

  3. Publication

    Using the ILO Code of Practice and training manual - Guidelines for employers

    01 January 2004

  4. Publication

    Using the ILO Code of Practice and training manual - Guidelines for trade unions

    01 May 2002