Ergon

Research

We undertake research on employment, labour market and labour rights questions in major industrial and agricultural sectors worldwide, with a particular focus on transition and developing economies

Trend & risk analysis

We research, identify and help manage the risks and opportunities associated with decent work commitments, whether these are at a country, sector or enterprise level.

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Country labour profiles

We compile detailed and regularly-updated country labour assessments covering employment law, labour markets, employment practice, and compliance risk at national and sectoral level.

Policy and strategy review

We support the development and review of ethical trade, complaints and other labour standards policies through benchmarking, qualitative analysis and stakeholder engagement..

Learning & development

We develop and deliver customized learning solutions and training on labour standards, labour law and implementation strategies. We also work with organizations to develop their own learning programmes and train the trainer.

Practical tools and guidance

We have wide experience of producing practical tools and information resources to assist organisations in putting decent work policies into practice.

Organisational performance

We assist clients in developing appropriate targets and performance indicators relevant to their strategy which capture the effectiveness of management processes and the consequences of programmes within their spheres of influence.

Workplace performance assessments

We undertake workplace visits and investigations to assess labour risks, engage with workers and unions and propose the implementation of remedial actions.

Project evaluation

We evaluate projects and programmes that promote decent work outcomes. We do this using a variety of analytical and participative methods, utilizing documentary evidence, data analysis, staff interviews or stakeholder engagement.

Stakeholder mapping and engagement

Our work often includes a process of mapping effected stakeholders in different national environments, including trade unions, government and NGOs, and then engaging directly with those stakeholders directly through interview, surveys and meetings.

Facilitation

Ergon has broad experience of facilitating meetings and discussions on behalf of international organisations, multi-stakeholder initiatives, commercial organisations and trade unions.