Unlocking Potential in the Dynamic Gig Economy: GIZ's Comprehensive Online Course

Dive into the Dynamic Gig Economy: Unlocking Potential and Navigating Challenges

The evolving landscape of the gig economy, marked by its flexibility, diversity, and freedom in digital labor platforms, offers a unique bl that appeals to millions worldwide. With over 40 million people already participating in this space across low- and middle-income countries, and numbers on the rise, understanding how these platforms operate and their impact is crucial for policymakers, trade union leaders, civil society representatives, industry experts, academics, and professionals alike.

Join GIZ's Free Online Course: Shaping the Gig Economy

Explore our meticulously designed course that focuses on the dynamics, opportunities, and challenges of digital labor platforms in low- and middle-income countries. This program provide a deep understanding of policy-making and regulation tlored for this evolving sector through collaboration with global experts.

Developed by GIZ's Gig Economy Initiativea pioneer in promoting fr work in the digital sphere under the auspices of Germany’s Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development BMZ, our initiative draws on extensive experience delivering capacity development programs worldwide. We're partnering with the Smart Africa Digital Academy to gather insights from a distinguished advisory committee featuring leading experts.

Program Benefits:

• Crafting Smart Policies: Equip yourself with the expertise needed to formulate forward-thinking policies that address the unique challenges of the platform economy.

• Deep Understanding and Best Practices: Gn comprehensive knowledge of what works best in harnessing the full potential of gig platforms, maximizing benefits for your organization or country.

• Critical Evaluation Framework: Build a robust toolkit for assessing how you can derive significant advantages from effective regulation within the gig economy.

• GIZ's Exclusive Network Access: Connect with a community of professionals through GIZ’s network, unlocking valuable resources and opportunities for collaboration.

• Expert Guidance: Receive invaluable insights from pioneering experts to stay at the forefront of knowledge on digital labor platforms.

Curriculum Overview:

1. Module 1: The Rise and Economics of Digital Labor Platforms

   • An introduction to gig platforms, understanding their growth drivers, key business, benefits, and risks.

2. Module 2: Agile Regulation for a Dynamic Gig Economy

   • Current policy challenges and potential solutions for navigating the regulatory landscape effectively.

3. Module 3: Characteristics of Alternative Work

   • An exploration of alternative work structures, their legal status, and societal implications in the modern gig economy.

4. Module 4: Frness and Decent Work Practices

   • Standards for fr treatment and social protection within gig platforms, addressing worker rights and security concerns.

5. Module 5: Data, Algorithms Gig Work Dynamics

   • The role of data in platform value creation, debates around privacy, portability, ownership, and their impact on work conditions and collective organization.

6. Module 6: Competition Law and Gig Work Regulation

   • Examination of competition law tools for safeguarding worker interests amidst digital platform dynamics.

7. Module 7: Taxation Issues in Digital Platforms

   • Analysis of tax challenges posed by digital platforms and strategies for addressing outdated taxation frameworks.

8. Module 8: Women's Participation in the Gig Economy

   • Unique challenges and opportunities faced by women, exploring ger-specific barriers and potentials.

Meet Your Expert Team:

• Anna Banczyk: Deputy Head of Unit “Future of Work, Youth Employment” at DG for Employment, Social Affrs Inclusion, European Commission.

• Tania Begazo: Senior Economist at the World Bank’s Digital Development Global Practice.

• Mark Graham: Professor of Internet Geography and Director of the Frwork Project at Oxford Internet Institute.

• Paulien Osse: Director at WageIndicator Foundation.

• Uma Rani: Senior Economist at the International Labour Organisation ILO.

• Jasmin Gegenwart: Policy Officer, Seconded National Expert to European Commission.

• Dr. Funda Ustek Spilda: Post-doctoral Researcher and Project Manager for Frwork, Oxford Internet Institute.

Get in Touch:

For more information about the program, contact us at: [email protected]

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