Explores the changing status of actors within an increasingly internationalized film and television industry. Discusses the implications of these changes for the activities of performers' trade unions and associations, focusing on job searching and the casting process, contracting practices and...

Examines the importance of the film and television industry in the South African Development Community (SADC) and provides details of the sector in selected countries. Evaluates segments of the value chain in the region, investigates training opportunities and identifies coordinating bodies and...

Based on surveys of 300 micro and small-scale enterprises (MSEs) and 20 business development service (BDS) providers in Thailand and Viet Nam. Examines the types of services provided and identifies different methods of service provision: purchased services, services provided on a commission...

Based on surveys of poor households in Thailand and Zambia carried out in 2000. Uses a sustainable livelihood approach to explore the livelihood problems experienced by these households during economic crisis and examines their survival strategies and coping mechanisms. Identifies types of...

Reviews proposals to address the leadership gap and to enhance the role of non-State actors in reforming economic and social governance. Comments on a project for the proliferation of networked governance.

Using Portugal, Spain and Italy as case studies, examines the relationship between social protection and local economic development.

Using Portugal, Spain and Italy as case studies, examines the relationship between social protection and local economic development.

The world of work is changing. A major factor contributing to this is the proliferation of information and communication technologies, with mobile technology playing a central role. More and more people are able to access the Internet through their mobile devices. This has empowered them to work...