Presents the results of a survey carried out in 2003/04 about working time in the formal and informal sectors.

Analyses the results of a survey on informal employment that was carried out in November 2006 in the Harare suburb of Glen View.

Labour market segmentation is usually defined as the division of the labour markets into separate sub-markets or segments, distinguished by different characteristics and behavioural rules (incomes, contracts, etc.). The economic debate on the segmentation issue has been focusing in developed...

This working paper examines employment quality and labour market segmentation in Argentina. The labour market in the country is marked by heterogeneity; the rate of informal employment is high, though it diminished significantly during the 2003-2011 period.

Working paper on problems of women workers caused by sex discrimination and sexual division of labour, comprising a case study of an urban labour market in India. Based on a sample survey (1979-1980) of 338 workers, discusses demographic aspects, educational level, discriminatory recruitment and...

Discusses the economic and social impact of natural disasters on women. Outlines recommendations for ensuring gender-fair recovery initiatives. Includes a project proposal on gender equity in crisis.