UN Adopts First International Treaty for Gig Economy Workers
The United Nations has adopted the first international treaty setting standards for gig economy workers. This landmark agreement, passed by the International Labour Organization, aims to improve safety and working conditions for gig workers globally.
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UN adopts treaty setting standards for gig economy workers
The protections included in the world-first agreement include enforcing minimum wage requirements and obligations.
Read full article →International Labour Organisation Adopts First Treaty On Gig Workers' Safety
The Decent Work in the Platform Economy Convention is aimed at extending labour protections to hundreds of millions of people worldwide who work through digital platforms, in areas like food delivery and car services.
Read full article →World's first gig economy treaty adopted at ILO
Decent Work platform economy convention seeks labour protections for millions in app-based jobs and services
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