Lifelong Learning in the Informal Economy. Research brief Skills and Employability. ILO
The two billion people working in the informal economy face numerous barriers to access and participate in skills and lifelong learning. For real progress towards transitions to formality, lifelong learning strategies and investments in skills for informal economy workers need to be strengthened through a whole-of-government approach.
This Research Brief summarizes the current state of knowledge on lifelong learning in the informal economy, drawing on a recent literature review (Palmer, 2020a). It also reflects on the COVID-19 pandemic and the particular vulnerability of informal economy workers requiring specific attention. It highlights evidence gaps and suggests new products and approaches regarding the ILO work on transition to formality.
This research brief was prepared by Robert Palmer and is based on an ILO literature review on lifelong learning in the informal economy. Palmer, R. 2020. Lifelong learning in the informal economy. A literature review (Geneva, ILO, 2020a).
