Core Theme

Decent Work

Ensuring decent work and fundamental labor protections is critical to safeguarding worker rights and strengthening livelihoods.

Why this matters

Decent Work

Many workers in the informal economy often have unstable and low wages, workplaces that are unhealthy or unsafe, and lack access to social protections like health care, sick leave or pension. Decent work means that all workers should have productive work opportunities with a fair income, safe workplace, and protections for their rights. When workers have a voice in shaping workplace standards and policies, their well-being and performance flourishes, and institutions become more accountable and responsive. Advancing decent work builds stronger systems that support shared prosperity and long-term resilience.

Key figures

61%

of the world's workforce operates in the informal economy.

2M+

work-related deaths occur each year due to unsafe conditions.

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