Dhaka’s new hawker policy: a turning point for workers?
On 17 August 2026, Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC) brought together hawker leaders, police officials and journalists to Nagar Bhaban for a view-exchange meeting on a new way of managing street hawking in the capital. Chaired by DSCC Administrator Md. Abdus Salam, the meeting laid out the first details of the Hawker Management Policy for […]
Street Vendors Confront the Authoritarian Wave in the Americas
So far in 2026, Latin America finds itself at an unprecedented institutional crossroads. What began in several countries as a promise of “economic freedom” or an “end to corruption” has turned into a regional pattern of power concentration with a common, deliberate target: public space. For the millions of informal economy workers that StreetNet International […]
Women in the Market, Invisible Children
In the markets of Ouagadougou, women are the faces of resilience. They rise before dawn, set up their stalls, negotiate with customers, and remain until nightfall. They sell grilled corn, vegetables, second-hand clothing, fruits, and condiments. They ensure the survival of their families. But behind this energy lies a silent reality: their children are growing […]
From markets to platforms: defending every workers’ rights at the 114th Session of the International Labour Conference
From 1-12 June 2026, StreetNet once again participated at the International Labour Conference, the global tripartite forum where governments, employers and workers come together to discuss and agree on international labour standards. Our delegation was composed by President Lorraine Ndhlovu, Vice-President Alberto Santana, Secretary Jamaladdin Ismalyilov and International Council members Anthony Kwache and Martha García […]
When fire burns away our efforts: A look at the pain of the markets in Guatemala and Honduras
It has been about a month since the end-of-year celebrations ended, but market vendors celebrated in a different way. While most people were putting away their Christmas decorations and preparing for the expenses of the new year, hundreds of merchants in the municipality of Mixco, Guatemala, at the Corolingia Market, and in neighboring cities in […]
New Year’s Message from the International Coordinator (2025)
Dear Sisters and Brothers, Friends and Supporters! My sincere greetings and appreciation to all of you for your constant dedication, support, contribution and belief in the cause and mission of StreetNet International. As we are about to say goodbye to 2025 and are welcoming the New Year, on behalf of StreetNet International, I would like […]
Call for Consultancy: Regional Data Analysts
StreetNet International (SNI) is looking for two Regional Data Analysts to collect and organize relevant information related to the following: Each Regional Data Analyst assigned to the regions mentioned above will be responsible for: We are looking for experienced researchers/data analysts who are fluent in both English and their respective regional language (French). Candidates who […]
Building Collective Power: Launching the First Social and Solidarity Economy Toolkit for Street Vendors
StreetNet and WIEGO are jointly launching the first ever social and solidarity economy toolkit aimed specifically at street and market vendors. This innovative pedagogical material is the result of a two-year participatory research process that took inspiration from the best practices of social and solidarity economy units from India, Nigeria, Colombia and Rwanda. This is […]
StreetNet at the 113th International Labour Conference
We participated at the 113th International Labour Conference, the tripartite forum where international labour standards are negotiated between governments, workers and employers. Accredited since 2004, StreetNet’s participation has always pushed for more inclusion of informal economy workers and it contributed to key discussions that broaden the understanding of collective bargaining and helped pioneer new concepts […]
Regional Youth Workshop in the Americas: “Youth in Action!”
We held the first face-to-face workshop for youth from Streetnet International member organizations in the Americas region.
