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Showing 1 to 20 of 36 for “"decent work"”.
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From Decent Work to Decent Lives: An Empirical Test of the Outcomes of Decent Work in the Psychology of Working Theory
The psychology of working theory (PWT) postulates that certain contextual and structural factors determine if individuals are able to obtain decent work, and that decent work, in turn, leads to work fulfilment and general well-being. The theory assumes that this is the case, as decent work …
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Domestic Work as Decent Work: An Empirical Test of the Predictors of Decent Work To Extend the Psychology of Working Theory
The Psychology of Working Theory (PWT) focuses specifically on the work-based experiences of low-income workers. It is thus a suitable theoretical framework to predict and explain the work experiences of individuals performing domestic work, one of the largest work sectors in South Africa. The …
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Decent work in Malawi: social security; extension of social insurance to all workers
… provided by the labour legislations to all workers as they are more reliable and less burdensome on the poor state. This is premised on the fact that most Malawians work, but only a few are employees as shall be seen later in this chapter. This will reduce the burden on the state of …
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Examining Access to Decent Work Among Women Veterans: A Psychology of Working Theory Perspective
<p>The present study investigated predictors of decent work among a sample of women Veterans (<em>N</em> = 354), grounded in the Psychology of Working Theory (PWT). A structural equation model demonstrated that women Veterans’ experiences of marginalization, economic constraints, work volition, and …
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Decent work for all its meaning and content, social dimensions and SADC policy perspectives
… social and economic development. The world of work gets affected by these changes. Society faces risks that ultimately leave many of its members poor and destitute. At the end of the day society looks up to the government to provide solution for these problems. It is at this juncture that the …
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The relationship between job characteristics, decent work, and well-being in South Africa's private security sector
… – employment tends to be insecure, wages low, working hours long and few have access to social benefits, such as pay for sick leave, unemployment, retirement, housing, education or family circumstances. This study aimed to investigate if job characteristics should be considered as an aspect …
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Adapting domestic regulations to the ILO decent work agenda: a review of Nigeria's non-standard and informal sector.
The nature and world of work have evolved globally due to various factors, including technological advancements, globalisation, and the Covid-19 pandemic. This has led to the emergence of various types of employment relationships and work arrangements not envisaged by traditional labour laws. This …
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Money and Sustainability: Examining the Potential Moderating Role of Financial Capability and Decent Work on the Relationship between Income and Quality of life
The inability of a large proportion of the working class to sustain a decent quality of life has placed increased importance on paying employees a living wage, that is, an income amount that enables meaningful participation in society above mere survival. However, while this notion seems promising, …
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Well-being in the Workforce: The Role of Career Crafting, Decent Work, PERMA+4, and Work Volition in Economically Marginalized (EM) Workers and Non-EM Workers
… despite approximately one-third of the U.S. working population being economically marginalized workers. Moreover, it is unknown whether different economic contexts produce gaps in necessary resources for career, employment, and consequently, well-being. To address this, the present study …
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The interdependence of human rights: a case study with recommendations for law reform to promote decent work in the informal economy and street vending sector in Nigeria
Broadly, decent work is promoted as a means to escape poverty. Indeed, particularly in developing countries, work is valuable as a means to gain income to meet the needs for food, shelter, health care, clothing and education. However, not all work contributes positively to human development. One …
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Regulating domestic work : international and comparative perspectives in South Africa, Namibia and Indonesia
… evaluates the regulation of domestic work. It approaches this topicfrom an international and national perspective. An international perspective in thiscontext means the regulation of domestic work as an international labour standard bythe International Labour Organization (ILO). Its …
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Organisational justice and workplace social support as predictors of employee wellbeing: A case of high-income workers in South Africa
… Nations, the study was concerned with promoting decent work (Sustainable Development Goal 8) and wellbeing (Sustainable Development Goal 3) amongst high-income workers. In line with what constitutes decent work, the study aimed to determine to what extent organisational justice (comprising …
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Perpetuating Precarity in Theory and in Practice: A Case Study of Work-integrated Learning in the Non-profit Sector in Northern Canada
Work-integrated learning (WIL) is a process of curricular experiential education within a workplace or practical setting and is believed to give students “the skills and experiences they need to start a well-paying career after they graduate” (Trudeau, 2017). WIL is portrayed as a win-win, yet this …
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Marching for the youth wage subsidy : a critical assessment of the Democratic Alliance's Work and Skills programme in the Western Cape
… draws on a case of the Western Cape called the Work and Skills Programme (W & SP). Theoretical, the study draws inspiration from and is influenced by the work of Jamie Peck as well as the notion of decent work. Against the backdrop of the changing nature of work from typical to atypical, this …
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The role of the Ministry of Youth, National Service, Sport and Culture in reducing youth unemployment in Namibia with special focus on the urban Khomas region
Finding decent work for young people to staunch the youth employment crisis is one of most significant challenges of our time. This research paper reports on the role of the Ministry of Youth, National Service, Sport and Culture in combating youth unemployment in Namibia focusing on urban Khomas …
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Empirical Essays in Public Economics
… "Gender Equality", "Reducing Inequalities", and "Decent Work and Economic Growth". The second chapter investigates the impact of all-day school programs on juvenile property, violent, and drug-related crime. By providing evidence on how school schedules can be structured to promote safe learning …
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Comfortable others: the process of identity niching among private employment agencies, employers and migrant domestic workers
… process of “identity niching” in the domestic work sector by focusing on the role of and demand for the services of private employment agencies (PEAs) that specialise in placements in Cape Town. The thesis focuses on how Zimbabwean migrant domestic workers' (MDWs) identity as “comfortable …
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Determinants of female labour force participation in Zambia: a micro data analysis.
… growth, full and productive employment and decent work for all have become desirable goals and target for policy formulation. This research focused on the determinants of female labour force participation in Zambia, with the view that labour market participation of women will improve their …
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Determinants of female labour force participation in Zambia: a micro data analysis.
… growth, full and productive employment and decent work for all have become desirable goals and target for policy formulation. This research focused on the determinants of female labour force participation in Zambia, with the view that labour market participation of women will improve their …
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A comparative analysis assessing the standard of living of the French community in South Africa between 2013 and 2022.
… in development planning. Within the framework of the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals and South Africa National Development Plan (NDP), particularly quality education, decent work and economic growth, reduced inequalities and partnerships for goals (SDG 4, 8, 10 and 17 respectively). …
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