Jean-Michel Bonvin

University of Geneva

The rise of the gig economy as an emerging reality

Its potential disruption and the need to find answers to its challenges

Jean-Michel Bonvin, University of Geneva
Maria M. Mexi, University of Geneva

The “gig economy” represents an emerging phenomenon with the potential of disrupting traditional labour market arrangements and forms of labour representation in Europe and around the world. While the academic and policy debate is still polarized, we put forward a more balanced and comprehensive perspective drawing on new cross-country evidence.

How can social dialogue contribute to the enhancement of gig workers’ social protection?

A case study on bike deliverers

Jean-Michel Bonvin, University of Geneva
Nicola Cianferoni , University of Geneva
Luca Perrig, University of Geneva

A fierce competition is ongoing among Swiss bike deliveries since the entry of digital platforms in the market. A case study shows that couriers were able to build a mobilization and negotiate a collective labor agreement that contributed to the enhancement of gig workers' social protection.

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