COVID-19 and the World of Work: A Focus on Indigenous and Tribal Peoples
2020
This brief from the International Labour Organization examines the specific vulnerabilities indigenous peoples face during the COVID-19 pandemic, and opportunities to strengthen their access to decent work and social protection in response. The brief emphasizes that COVID-19 has deeply impacted the informal economies that employ most indigenous peoples, and these economic disparities are only exacerbated by persistent environmental and health vulnerabilities. For many, this means inadequate access to health care, increasing food insecurity, and greater exposure to interpersonal violence. The brief underscores the need for culturally-responsive programs and policies to make health information accessible, enhance safety net supports, and strengthen indigenous small businesses.
COVID-19 and the World of Work: A Focus on Indigenous and Tribal Peoples
Source:
COVID-19 and the World of Work: A Focus on Indigenous and Tribal Peoples. International Labour Organization 2020. https://www.ilo.org/global/topics/indigenous-tribal/publications/WCMS_746893/lang--en/index.htm.