Lifelong Learning in the Informal Economy: A Literature Review

This literature review on lifelong learning in the informal economy covers issues of skills acquisition with a sectoral approach, and identifies approaches, systems and practices aimed to promote lifelong  learning for informal economy workers.

  1. A brief overview of the informal economy and the concept of lifelong learning
  2. Where, when and how skills are acquired by informal economy workers
  3. Promising practices for accessing and acquiring skills in the informal economy
  4. Explores the financing of lifelong learning in the informal economy 
  5. Related governance and policies
  6. The role of skills in promoting the transition to formality

The conclusion summarizes research gaps and highlights options for the ILO (International Labour Organization) to consider in relation to new products and approaches for successful transition to formality. 

The International Labour Organization (ILO) is devoted to promoting social justice and internationally recognized human and labour rights, pursuing its founding mission that social justice is essential to universal and lasting peace.