Research / Publication

Social Dialogue for the Transition from the Informal to the Formal Economy

November 2020 | English, French, Spanish

Social dialogue has a vital role to play in supporting the transition from the informal to the formal economy. Drawing on case studies from around the world, this brief shows how social dialogue has contributed to the transition to formality and the reduction of decent work deficits in the informal economy. It aims to assist all concerned stakeholders to apply social dialogue for the design and implementation of effective formalization strategies.