Explores patterns and causes of female headship of households among the three major ethnic communities in Eastern Sri Lanka: Sinhala, Tamil and Muslim. Argues that female headed households are an enduring feature, not a temporary product of war, and that policies should aim at letting women help...

Based on data collected in Quito and Guayaquil, addresses the topic of voice and representation of vulnerable urban workers. Discusses their organization through unions or autonomous associations, issues of social dialogue and tripartism, and representation in civic forums.

Based on a survey carried out in four communes in Yen Bai province in 2000. Evaluates the impact of participation in eight ILO workshops on business awareness and business planning. Examines outcomes relating to business start- up, improvement in existing businesses and improved income.

Investigates the extent and characteristics of child labour in developed countries. Analyses data on injury and fatality rates among young workers and shows how the characteristics of children's jobs are themselves associated with elevated risk. Identifies the main problem areas and proposes...

Reviews the social and economic position of indigenous and tribal people with a view to identifying the role of the cooperative movement in supporting employment and income generation whilst preserving their traditional livelihoods.

Reviews the social and economic position of indigenous and tribal people with a view to identifying the role of the cooperative movement in supporting employment and income generation whilst preserving their traditional livelihoods.

Reviews the key economic characteristics of the globalization process and examines its impact on employment, poverty, inequality, global insecurity, child labour, gender issues and migration. Explores national and international policy responses, highlighting the importance of trade negotiations...