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Trade unions and informal workers' associations in the urban informal economy of Ecuador

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Based on data collected in Quito and Guayaquil, addresses the topic of voice and representation of vulnerable urban workers. Discusses their organization through unions or autonomous associations, issues of social dialogue and tripartism, and representation in civic forums.

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  • Vaillancourt-Laflamme, Catherine., 2005. "Trade unions and informal workers' associations in the urban informal economy of Ecuador," ILO Working Papers 993837983402676, International Labour Organization.
    • Handle: RePEc:ilo:ilowps:993837983402676
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