Transition from informality to formality

Transition from informality to formality
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Transition from informality to formality

Self-guided
The course is available in English, Français, Español, Português, العربية (العربية)

This 1-hour introductory online course provides you with a basic understanding of the informal economy and examples of good practices promoting transition to formality with an emphasis on the Decent Work strategies recommended by the International Labour Organization (ILO).

What will you learn?
  • A basic understanding of the informal economy: what it is, who is involved, why Decent Work deficits are deeper in the informal economy.
  • Examples of good practices promoting transition to formality with an emphasis on ILO’s Decent Work strategies and Recommendation No. 204 concerning the Transition from the Informal to the Formal Economy.

Why should you join this course?

This online course is self-paced, meaning that you can stop at any point and retrieve from where you left.

The structure follows a logical framework where issues related to informal economy are presented and the strategies to address it exposed… but we did not spare in creativity! Indeed, the course is designed to be interactive and engaging. So, follow all steps according to the instructions you will find along the path and, most importantly: explore! Don't be shy to click, take time to reflect, watch videos and infographics with scenarios, case studies and complete the small activities suggested to you throughout the course.

Want to join?

This self-paced course is completely free of charge and is available on eCampus, the ITCILO's e-learning platform. To join, click the button below and follow the easy instructions for self-enrolment.

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