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Gig workers rely on access to smartphones and the internet, especially in emerging markets. However, this reliance on technology creates a digital divide, excluding those without access to smartphones or stable internet connections from participating in the gig economy. This divide is clear in countries where high mobile data costs and inaccessibility in rural areas prevent many potential gig workers from participating in the economy. Another critical factor in a gig economy, is the regulatory environment. While some countries have more developed labor laws, like Saudi Arabia’s Future Work programs, that provide greater protection and oversight for gig workers, regulatory oversight is generally weak or nonexistent in others. ","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"text":"","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"text":"Despite these challenges, gig platforms are actively expanding into new markets as these platforms are globally interconnected online. 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For many individuals, especially those seeking additional income or unable to commit to a full-time job, the gig economy is a crucial support source. The Pew report added that 56% of gig workers utilize platform-based work as supplementary income to complement their primary job. This highlights the flexibility gig work can offer to empower workers to handle financial insecurities and even explore alternative career paths while maintaining their current employment.","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"text":"","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"text":"Furthermore, the gig economy serves as an accessible entry point for individuals who may face challenges in securing traditional employment. Common barriers to entry like education, experience, and skills gaps are lower in gig platforms compared to traditional jobs. This allows disadvantaged groups to enter and participate in the labor market. 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Thus, in many cases, the gig economy may not offer the financial stability needed to maintain a decent standard of living. Additionally, the algorithmic management where platforms control the availability and nature of work somewhat undermine the idea of gig work autonomy and freedom to be matched with a client. Companies like Uber and DoorDash use complex algorithms to determine which jobs are offered to workers, often favoring those who accept more assignments or work during peak hours. As a result, gig workers are sometimes compelled to work longer hours or in unfavorable conditions to maintain a steady income. 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And now that new technologies like automation and AI are growing, the future of the gig economy looks uncertain. Even delivery and ride-hailing gig work is at risk as we see an influx of self-driving vehicles. On the other hand, in industries that rely on human creativity and problem-solving, like design, writing, and consulting, gig work will continue to grow.","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"text":"","type":"text"}]},{"type":"heading","level":5,"children":[{"text":"Empowerment or Exploitation?","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"text":"The gig economy has many sides, good and bad, but we can say the same about the traditional emloyment economy. It provides flexibility and independence for gig workers, but could be at the expense of job security, benefits, and fair compensation. As the gig economy expands globally, the difference between empowering workers and exploiting their vulnerabilities will become more evident. In certain countries, the gig economy has facilitated the transition of workers in gig jobs that require creativity into more possible entrepreneurial goals. For example, in Saudi Arabia, the government has established routes for creative freelancers such as artisans, graphic designers, and marketers to become self-employed, offering them the legal system and aid to develop their skills into small or medium-sized enterprises. Similarly, programs like Startup SG in Singapore offer freelancers mentorship, funding, and resources to help advance their gig work into fully-fledged businesses.","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"text":"","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"text":"Ultimately, whether the gig economy is perceived as empowerment or exploitation largely depends on the conditions under which workers operate. In regions with insufficient labor protections and low wages, gig workers may find themselves stuck in risky, unstable employment. 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Companies like Uber and Fiverr have capitalized on this model through offering workers complete control over their schedules and adding an easy entry point into the labor market. However, despite its appeal, there is a growing concern on whether the gig economy genuinely empowers workers or exploits them. For the World at Work, examining this issue is crucial in understanding the hidden consequences of the gig economy. By exploring both perspectives, we assess whether the gig economy provides workplace freedoms or if it is a risky form of employment that leaves workers vulnerable and unsupported.","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"text":"","type":"text"}]},{"type":"heading","level":5,"children":[{"text":"The global rise of the gig economy","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"text":"The gig economy is a global phenomenon that is not limited to specific countries. In 2023, online gig work alone accounted for up to 12% of the global labor force. Gig platforms have grown faster than expected, filing in gaps in the job market. Gig jobs however are most of the time insecure and low paying, pushing higher income inequality. As highlighted by the International Labour Organization (ILO), gig workers in developing countries are paid significantly less than those in developed nations despite working comparable hours. For example, global platforms like Fiverr and Upwork show varying costs for jobs offered by individuals from developing countries compared to those from developed countries, showing that those from developing countries receive less financial compensation for their services. In developed countries such as the U.S. and Europe, most of the gig economy supplements existing job markets rather than serving as the primary source of employment in comparison to Southeast Asian gig workers. Many gig workers in these regions earn additional income through platforms like DoorDash and Deliveroo, a current common form of second income in light of growing living costs. 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Gig workers rely on access to smartphones and the internet, especially in emerging markets. However, this reliance on technology creates a digital divide, excluding those without access to smartphones or stable internet connections from participating in the gig economy. This divide is clear in countries where high mobile data costs and inaccessibility in rural areas prevent many potential gig workers from participating in the economy. Another critical factor in a gig economy, is the regulatory environment. While some countries have more developed labor laws, like Saudi Arabia’s Future Work programs, that provide greater protection and oversight for gig workers, regulatory oversight is generally weak or nonexistent in others. ","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"text":"","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"text":"Despite these challenges, gig platforms are actively expanding into new markets as these platforms are globally interconnected online. 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For many individuals, especially those seeking additional income or unable to commit to a full-time job, the gig economy is a crucial support source. The Pew report added that 56% of gig workers utilize platform-based work as supplementary income to complement their primary job. This highlights the flexibility gig work can offer to empower workers to handle financial insecurities and even explore alternative career paths while maintaining their current employment.","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"text":"","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"text":"Furthermore, the gig economy serves as an accessible entry point for individuals who may face challenges in securing traditional employment. Common barriers to entry like education, experience, and skills gaps are lower in gig platforms compared to traditional jobs. This allows disadvantaged groups to enter and participate in the labor market. 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Thus, in many cases, the gig economy may not offer the financial stability needed to maintain a decent standard of living. Additionally, the algorithmic management where platforms control the availability and nature of work somewhat undermine the idea of gig work autonomy and freedom to be matched with a client. Companies like Uber and DoorDash use complex algorithms to determine which jobs are offered to workers, often favoring those who accept more assignments or work during peak hours. As a result, gig workers are sometimes compelled to work longer hours or in unfavorable conditions to maintain a steady income. 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And now that new technologies like automation and AI are growing, the future of the gig economy looks uncertain. Even delivery and ride-hailing gig work is at risk as we see an influx of self-driving vehicles. On the other hand, in industries that rely on human creativity and problem-solving, like design, writing, and consulting, gig work will continue to grow.","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"text":"","type":"text"}]},{"type":"heading","level":5,"children":[{"text":"Empowerment or Exploitation?","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"text":"The gig economy has many sides, good and bad, but we can say the same about the traditional emloyment economy. It provides flexibility and independence for gig workers, but could be at the expense of job security, benefits, and fair compensation. As the gig economy expands globally, the difference between empowering workers and exploiting their vulnerabilities will become more evident. In certain countries, the gig economy has facilitated the transition of workers in gig jobs that require creativity into more possible entrepreneurial goals. For example, in Saudi Arabia, the government has established routes for creative freelancers such as artisans, graphic designers, and marketers to become self-employed, offering them the legal system and aid to develop their skills into small or medium-sized enterprises. Similarly, programs like Startup SG in Singapore offer freelancers mentorship, funding, and resources to help advance their gig work into fully-fledged businesses.","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"text":"","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"text":"Ultimately, whether the gig economy is perceived as empowerment or exploitation largely depends on the conditions under which workers operate. In regions with insufficient labor protections and low wages, gig workers may find themselves stuck in risky, unstable employment. 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Only then can the gig economy provide both empowerment and long-term sustainability.","type":"text"}]}],"date":null,"linkedinURL":null,"isExternal":false,"pageTitle":"GLMC – رؤى","pageDescription":"انغمس في التحليل الخبير الذي يقدمه GLMC لأهم بيانات واتجاهات سوق العمل العالمية.","createdAt":"2024-12-26T05:48:13.046Z","updatedAt":"2024-12-27T10:14:16.067Z","publishedAt":"2024-12-26T06:10:19.930Z","locale":"ar"}}]}}},{"id":43,"attributes":{"heading":"Digital Transformation: Reshaping the World of Work","slug":"digital-transformation-reshaping-the-world-of-work","category":"Information","buttonLabel":"Read More","content":[{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"bold":true,"text":"By Aya Jaafar, Labour Economist, ILO- Regional office for Arab states","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"text":"Digital transformation is rapidly reshaping the world of work, driven by advancements in technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), blockchain, big data and the Internet of Things (IoT). From the emergence of new jobs to the displacement of traditional ones, the ripple effects of digital transformation are being felt across nearly every facet of the job market, with significant repercussions on skills needs and the overall quality of work.","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"text":"Outlook for employment in the digital economy","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"text":"While a universal definition of digital employment is lacking, it can be broadly understood as all employment that uses or is enabled by information and communication technologies (ICTs), spanning jobs within the ICT sector and beyond. This broad scope makes the measurement of digital employment a complex task, with different methods potentially used depending on national contexts and data availability. ","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"text":"One practical, albeit simplified, proxy for measuring digital employment is the total number of jobs in high digital intensity (HDI) sectors. This approach is based on the OECD's index of digital intensity, which classifies sectors as low (LDI), medium (MDI), or high digital intensity (HDI). In 2020, data from 28 countries indicated that 16.3 per cent of total employment was in high digital intensity (HDI) sectors, with a higher proportion in high-income countries (22.5 per cent) compared to low- and middle-income countries (11.2 per cent). These figures have been steadily rising and are likely even higher today, yet with continued disparity between high-income and low- and middle- income countries, primarily due to differing levels of investments in ICT and innovation. Notably, evidence suggests that HDI sectors are generally associated with higher productivity and wages compared to MDI and LDI sectors.","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"text":"Today, the digital economy presents exciting opportunities, with potential for creating more and better jobs, but it also poses challenges, especially for workers in jobs exposed to the risk of automation. Nevertheless, the evidence is clear: investing in technology yields substantial returns and a net positive impact on employment, provided that appropriate policies and foundations are in place. Globally, efforts to achieve universal broadband coverage (that is, 90 per cent and above) are projected to lead to a net increase in employment of 24 million new jobs by 2030 compared to a \"business-as-usual\" scenario. Of these, 6.4 million jobs will be filled by young people aged 15 to 29. While the extent of benefits may differ by region, as illustrated in Table 1, these projections underscore the power of expanding digital infrastructure to unlock employment potential for both youth and adults across the globe.","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"text":"Table 1: Employment effects of achieving universal broadband coverage by 2030, world and by region, (thousands)Source: ILO, Global Employment Trends for Youth 2022.","type":"text"}]},{"type":"image","image":{"ext":".png","url":"https://res.cloudinary.com/dckxzpxjz/image/upload/v1729233021/Digital_transformation_14102024_2_68648529c2.png","hash":"Digital_transformation_14102024_2_68648529c2","mime":"image/png","name":"Digital transformation-14102024.2.png","size":134.23,"width":3104,"height":1132,"caption":null,"formats":{"thumbnail":{"ext":".png","url":"https://res.cloudinary.com/dckxzpxjz/image/upload/v1729233021/thumbnail_Digital_transformation_14102024_2_68648529c2.png","hash":"thumbnail_Digital_transformation_14102024_2_68648529c2","mime":"image/png","name":"thumbnail_Digital transformation-14102024.2.png","path":null,"size":17.85,"width":245,"height":89,"sizeInBytes":17852,"provider_metadata":{"public_id":"thumbnail_Digital_transformation_14102024_2_68648529c2","resource_type":"image"}}},"provider":"cloudinary","createdAt":"2024-10-18T06:30:22.517Z","updatedAt":"2024-10-18T06:30:22.517Z","previewUrl":null,"alternativeText":"Digital transformation-14102024.2.png","provider_metadata":{"public_id":"Digital_transformation_14102024_2_68648529c2","resource_type":"image"}},"children":[{"text":"","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"text":"New forms of work","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"text":"The size and structure of the digital economy vary widely across countries, shaped by differences in resources and national circumstances. Some countries, with their abundant resources and significant investments, have rapidly developed their digital economies, creating high-tech jobs and innovation ecosystems. In contrast, other less affluent countries face financial and socio-political constraints that have hindered progress.","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"text":"Yet, despite these differences, most countries have experienced a notable rise in platform-based work, which has become a vital source of job creation, particularly where traditional employment opportunities are scarce. Both location-based and online platforms have proliferated across a wide range of sectors and subsectors, with the total number of platforms estimated to have reached 1,070 in 2023. ","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"text":"Beyond platform work, teleworking has become increasingly prevalent, especially since the COVID-19 pandemic. 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From the emergence of new jobs to the displacement of traditional ones, the ripple effects of digital transformation are being felt across nearly every facet of the job market, with significant repercussions on skills needs and the overall quality of work.","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"text":"Outlook for employment in the digital economy","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"text":"While a universal definition of digital employment is lacking, it can be broadly understood as all employment that uses or is enabled by information and communication technologies (ICTs), spanning jobs within the ICT sector and beyond. This broad scope makes the measurement of digital employment a complex task, with different methods potentially used depending on national contexts and data availability. ","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"text":"One practical, albeit simplified, proxy for measuring digital employment is the total number of jobs in high digital intensity (HDI) sectors. This approach is based on the OECD's index of digital intensity, which classifies sectors as low (LDI), medium (MDI), or high digital intensity (HDI). In 2020, data from 28 countries indicated that 16.3 per cent of total employment was in high digital intensity (HDI) sectors, with a higher proportion in high-income countries (22.5 per cent) compared to low- and middle-income countries (11.2 per cent). These figures have been steadily rising and are likely even higher today, yet with continued disparity between high-income and low- and middle- income countries, primarily due to differing levels of investments in ICT and innovation. Notably, evidence suggests that HDI sectors are generally associated with higher productivity and wages compared to MDI and LDI sectors.","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"text":"Today, the digital economy presents exciting opportunities, with potential for creating more and better jobs, but it also poses challenges, especially for workers in jobs exposed to the risk of automation. Nevertheless, the evidence is clear: investing in technology yields substantial returns and a net positive impact on employment, provided that appropriate policies and foundations are in place. Globally, efforts to achieve universal broadband coverage (that is, 90 per cent and above) are projected to lead to a net increase in employment of 24 million new jobs by 2030 compared to a \"business-as-usual\" scenario. Of these, 6.4 million jobs will be filled by young people aged 15 to 29. 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Some countries, with their abundant resources and significant investments, have rapidly developed their digital economies, creating high-tech jobs and innovation ecosystems. In contrast, other less affluent countries face financial and socio-political constraints that have hindered progress.","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"text":"Yet, despite these differences, most countries have experienced a notable rise in platform-based work, which has become a vital source of job creation, particularly where traditional employment opportunities are scarce. Both location-based and online platforms have proliferated across a wide range of sectors and subsectors, with the total number of platforms estimated to have reached 1,070 in 2023. ","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"text":"Beyond platform work, teleworking has become increasingly prevalent, especially since the COVID-19 pandemic. 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The digital economy, particularly the platform economy, offers flexibility and lower barriers to entry, especially for traditionally marginalized groups such as women, individuals with disabilities, migrant workers and refugees. However, it also raises significant concerns regarding decent work. Key challenges include job insecurity, low or irregular wages, excessive working hours, limited access to social protection and inadequate occupational safety and health.","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"text":"Another pressing issue is the rise of algorithmic management, wherein workers are monitored, evaluated, and assigned tasks by algorithms instead of human supervisors. This intensifies concerns about transparency and fairness in performance evaluations, while simultaneously eroding workers' autonomy and restricting their ability to negotiate or contest unjust decisions. 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The Paris 2024 Games are anticipated to bring success for the city beyond the limits of athletic excitement. The Olympics and the global sports industry as a whole have power to grow economies outside of just competition.","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"text":"Before Paris secured the Games, a ","type":"text"},{"url":"https://cdes.fr/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Resume-etude-finale-JOP-2024.pdf","type":"link","children":[{"text":"2016 impact study","type":"text"}]},{"text":" by the French Center for Sports Law and Economics projected financial gains ranging from €5.3 billion to €10.7 billion, with tourism alone accounting for approximately a third of the total. This is in parallel to the global growth in the sports industry, from merchandise, to sales, to viewership, to tickets, and more. Globally, the sports market experienced growth, with its value rising from ","type":"text"},{"url":"https://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/5939106/sports-global-market-report?utm_source=GNE\u0026utm_medium=PressRelease\u0026utm_code=lmvd32\u0026utm_campaign=1846766+-+Global+Sports+Market+Forecast+to+2032%3a+Sector+is+Expected+to+Reach+%24623.63+Billion+in+2027+at+a+CAGR+of+5%25\u0026utm_exec=jamu273prd","type":"link","children":[{"text":"$486.61 billion in 2022","type":"text"}]},{"text":" to $512.14 billion in 2023 and the growth is projected to continue at a CAGR of 5%. The significant financial influence of sports on cities and economies is undeniable. Mega sporting events often serve as a turning point for financial, social, and infrastructure growth, benefiting both developed and emerging economies. We’ve seen this in the 2008 Olympics in Beijing where modernized infrastructure such as brand-new railway systems continue to benefit the city today. 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The construction industry, retail and wholesale, finance, and IT industries have all had a boost in ","type":"text"},{"url":"https://olympics.com/ioc/news/olympic-games-a-boost-for-jobs","type":"link","children":[{"text":"employment","type":"text"}]},{"text":" in Beijing. When France hosted the 1998 FIFA World Cup across its regions, the impact created ","type":"text"},{"url":"https://www.diva-portal.org/smash/get/diva2:725280/FULLTEXT01.pdf","type":"link","children":[{"text":"around 1.2 million","type":"text"}]},{"text":" more jobs in those regions, and the 2024 Games are expecting similar results. Before being elected as the host city for the Olympics, Paris 2024 prioritized employment opportunities. Early planning revealed that the Games would encourage the creation of an ","type":"text"},{"url":"https://www.amnyos.com/actualites/emplois-mobilises-pour-les-jeux-olympiques-de-paris-2024/","type":"link","children":[{"text":"estimated 150,000","type":"text"}]},{"text":" jobs across various sectors such as event management, tourism, hospitality, and construction. The organizers of Paris 2024 collaborated with unions, vocational training providers, recruitment agencies, and public bodies to craft an employment strategy that maps out the needed skills ahead of the games. Tony Estanguet, President of Paris 2024, emphasized their inclusive approach, stating, \"We aim to engage individuals who may feel disconnected from the Games or believe they have no place in this industry.\" In 2018, France’s main trade union and employer organizations made a ","type":"text"},{"url":"https://olympics.com/en/paris-2024/information/garantueeing-our-social-commitment","type":"link","children":[{"text":"Paris 2024 commitment","type":"text"}]},{"text":" to a job strategy that involves local small businesses and long-term unemployed to meet the demands of the 2024 Games. The job strategy includes:","type":"text"}]},{"type":"list","format":"unordered","children":[{"type":"list-item","children":[{"text":"Involving state, local, and private entities to give priority to hard-to-reach job seekers.","type":"text"}]}]},{"type":"list","format":"unordered","children":[{"type":"list-item","children":[{"text":"Endorsing a public procurement structure that considers the unique circumstances of French SMEs and incorporates social and environmental commitment clauses into all tender notices (reserving a minimum of 10 percent of the working hours generated by procurement.)","type":"text"}]}]},{"type":"list","format":"unordered","children":[{"type":"list-item","children":[{"text":"Providing programs for developing careers and sector-based advanced skill training during the Games hosting term with web job-seeking platforms (EMPLOIS 2024) that offer an open database and training for all jobs anticipated for the Games.","type":"text"}]}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"text":"As we approach the Games this summer, the anticipation of its success for the city is high as plans to transform the local economy are underway.","type":"text"}]},{"type":"heading","level":5,"children":[{"bold":true,"text":"","type":"text"}]},{"type":"heading","level":5,"children":[{"bold":true,"text":"The economic growth in small U.K. cities","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"text":"Major events like the Qatar FIFA World Cup in 2022 expect major returns. 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Small towns like Huddersfield felt a £5 million surge when their football club hit the Premier League. Spectator sports aren't just about match-day buzz; they're a catalyst for local growth through ticket sales and long-term infrastructure investments.","type":"text"}]},{"type":"heading","level":5,"children":[{"bold":true,"text":"","type":"text"}]},{"type":"heading","level":5,"children":[{"bold":true,"text":"Not all sporting investments are a guaranteed success","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"text":"Year after year, countries bid to host mega-events for the anticipation of driving infrastructure and increased trade, foreign investment, or tourism post-event, even when it requires an obscene amount of money. But not all investments turn into successful ones as we’ve witnessed in the 2012 London Olympics where the regeneration of East London completely revitalized the area. There have been instances where countries have faced financial losses from hosting. Brazil suffered for both the FIFA World Cup 2014 and the Olympics in 2016. There were cases of overspending on stadiums and infrastructure projects, while social development was overlooked. Most venues became underutilized after the events, causing ongoing maintenance costs and long-term economic losses. The 2014 Sochi Winter Olympics was one of the most expensive Olympic Games in history, with infrastructure costs over ","type":"text"},{"url":"https://journalistsresource.org/economics/economic-and-cultural-benefits-of-the-olympics-research-roundup/","type":"link","children":[{"text":"$55 billion","type":"text"}]},{"text":", 4.5 times the planned $12 billion with little investment on social development. Since then, many of the facilities in Sochi, similar to Brazil, have become underutilized, requiring annual maintenance expenses, and the investment has continued to be costly today.","type":"text"}]},{"type":"heading","level":5,"children":[{"bold":true,"text":"","type":"text"}]},{"type":"heading","level":5,"children":[{"bold":true,"text":"A local and human approach to sports","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"text":"Sporting investments don’t necessarily have to focus on infrastructure alone to expect a positive outcome. As we’ve seen in Brazil and Russia, if investments are primarily focused on infrastructure, with little attention paid to social investments, countries are more likely to suffer long-term losses. In Beijing, training to learn new languages and skills were a rising trend to meet the demands of tourism and future FDI goals with results proving to be more sustainable. As anticipation builds for the upcoming Summer Games, Paris has evidently learned from past instances of overspending, opting to prioritize social investment rather than just infrastructure. 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The Paris 2024 Games are anticipated to bring success for the city beyond the limits of athletic excitement. The Olympics and the global sports industry as a whole have power to grow economies outside of just competition.","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"text":"Before Paris secured the Games, a ","type":"text"},{"url":"https://cdes.fr/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Resume-etude-finale-JOP-2024.pdf","type":"link","children":[{"text":"2016 impact study","type":"text"}]},{"text":" by the French Center for Sports Law and Economics projected financial gains ranging from €5.3 billion to €10.7 billion, with tourism alone accounting for approximately a third of the total. This is in parallel to the global growth in the sports industry, from merchandise, to sales, to viewership, to tickets, and more. 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Small towns like Huddersfield felt a £5 million surge when their football club hit the Premier League. Spectator sports aren't just about match-day buzz; they're a catalyst for local growth through ticket sales and long-term infrastructure investments.","type":"text"}]},{"type":"heading","level":5,"children":[{"bold":true,"text":"","type":"text"}]},{"type":"heading","level":5,"children":[{"bold":true,"text":"Not all sporting investments are a guaranteed success","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"text":"Year after year, countries bid to host mega-events for the anticipation of driving infrastructure and increased trade, foreign investment, or tourism post-event, even when it requires an obscene amount of money. But not all investments turn into successful ones as we’ve witnessed in the 2012 London Olympics where the regeneration of East London completely revitalized the area. There have been instances where countries have faced financial losses from hosting. Brazil suffered for both the FIFA World Cup 2014 and the Olympics in 2016. There were cases of overspending on stadiums and infrastructure projects, while social development was overlooked. Most venues became underutilized after the events, causing ongoing maintenance costs and long-term economic losses. The 2014 Sochi Winter Olympics was one of the most expensive Olympic Games in history, with infrastructure costs over ","type":"text"},{"url":"https://journalistsresource.org/economics/economic-and-cultural-benefits-of-the-olympics-research-roundup/","type":"link","children":[{"text":"$55 billion","type":"text"}]},{"text":", 4.5 times the planned $12 billion with little investment on social development. 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Extreme heat is one of the most corporeal and concrete effects of climate change. To the World at Work the consequences are vast and range from loss of productivity to loss of life. For example, managing heat-related risk at the workplace could prevent almost 19,000 work-related deaths due to excessive heat. ","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"text":"There are few places in the World, where extreme heat is quite as tangible as in the Arab States region.[1] Across the region, 1% of total working hours will be lost as a result of heat stress in 2030 – the equivalent of almost 618.000 full-time jobs. Most of the employment losses are found in the construction sector, accounting for 40 per cent of the total loss of working hours due to heat stress by 2030. Productivity losses will also be great in for example the agricultural sector. However, heat is not the only health effect from climate change, as the most recent global study by the International Labour Organisation (ILO) on Ensuring safety and health at work in a changing climate has highlighted, UV radiation, air pollution or agrochemical poisoning are amongst other risks from working on a warmer planet. ","type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"text":"According to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) global warming is unequivocally caused by human-activity, and both climate change mitigation and adaptation will be key to address the economic, social, and environmental effects. The 28th Conference of the Parties (COP28) hosted in Dubai, marked a historic milestone, hailed as the \"beginning of the end for fossil fuels.\" This proclamation may alarm nations heavily reliant on fossil fuels for their energy needs or national revenues. 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