Rural-Urban Integration

The Rural-Urban Integration Program aims to improve the livelihoods of informal workers in rural areas, recognizing their significant contribution to the informal economy. By providing evidence-based research and tools, this program supports advocacy efforts to transform rural systems into urban systems, ensuring better incomes, secure living and working conditions, and the capacity to negotiate sustainable gains in urban policies and practices for informal workers.

• Evidence-Based Research: We conduct comprehensive research to understand the dynamics of rural informal economies, providing valuable insights to inform policy advocacy efforts.
• Advocacy Support: Our program offers support for advocacy campaigns focused on transforming rural systems into urban-like structures, advocating for better incomes, secure living and working conditions, and equitable representation for informal workers.
• Capacity Building: We prioritize capacity building among member organizations, equipping them with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively advocate for rural policy reforms and negotiate with urban policymakers.
• Collaboration and Networking: We facilitate collaboration and networking opportunities among rural worker organizations, researchers, and policymakers to amplify the voices of informal workers and drive positive change.

Contribute to the advancement of rural informal workers' rights and livelihoods. Together, let's work towards creating more equitable and sustainable rural-urban systems that benefit all members of society. Take action today to make a difference in the lives of rural workers around the world.