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Lifelong Learning in the Informal Economy – and considerations on the COVID-19 pandemic
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English
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ILO
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Anticipating needs and matching skills, Access to training, Lifelong learning
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Research papers
Publication Date:
01 Jan 2020
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The two billion people working in the informal economy face numerous barriers to access and participate in skills and lifelong learning. In times of crisis, such as the current COVID-19 pandemic, existing barriers are exacerbated, and new barriers have emerged, further depriving millions of people of learning and income opportunities.
This Research Brief summarizes the current state of knowledge on lifelong learning in the informal economy, drawing on a recent literature review. It also reflects on the COVID-19 pandemic and the particular vulnerability of in-formal economy workers requiring specific attention. It highlights evidence gaps and suggests new products and approaches regarding the ILO work on transition to formality.
Subject Tags:
Access to training, Low skilled workers, Skills recognition, Skills utilization, Informal economy, Lifelong learning
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