Inclusive Labor Institute

Who We Are

The Inclusive Labor Institute (ILI) is a worker-led knowledge center on the conditions and experience of work for the 2 billion+ essential workers who power the informal economy and the future of work. ILI uplifts the voices of working communities by expanding access to opportunities for research, advocacy, and data rooted in a bottom-up approach. Through partnerships with grassroots organizations across the globe, ILI provides a comprehensive understanding on the conditions of informal workers, especially for women workers.

Launched by the Global Fairness Initiative (GFI) and a coalition of grassroots partners, ILI gives individuals and organizations a platform for engagement and a collaborative space to advance labor rights, women’s empowerment and social and economic progress so that communities of promise can become centers of prosperity.

Our Mission

To empower workers and grassroots entities with the tools and data to advocate for their rights, influence decision makers and create change.

Our Vision

We strive for a more equitable, sustainable approach to development where workers drive the global dialogue.

Values

ILI is firmly rooted in our values of empowerment, transparency, collaboration, and inclusion driving every aspect of our work. These core principles serve as the compass directing our mission to empower workers and organizations with data and tools for sustainable change.

Empowerment

Grassroot organizations drive the solutions to equity in the informal economy.

Transparency

Workers have ownership over data related to them, and its uses.

Collaboration

Active engagement with our partners and stakeholders is a cornerstone of ILI's approach.

Inclusion

We welcome diverse voices which enrich ILI efforts to support workers across different experiences.

Partners

ILI is proud to work with grassroots organizations across the globe. Through the ILI network, partners can access, participate in, and share knowledge and resources with grassroots organizations striving for the same goals.