Is GIG Economy Changing the Work for Women?

Abstract

The digitisation of the global economy emerged a new trend of workforce. The term gig economy is the new buzzword. It refers to accomplishment of the task/work by hiring   temporary/ part-time workers, or freelancer.  In recent years, there is a surge in the gig economy. In 2020-21 nearly 7.5 percent million of the workers engaged in the gig economy (Indian express, 28th June 2022). The participation of women in the labour force contribute to the economic development of the nation and gender equity. In spite of all the challenges, in India the participation of women in the gig job is low in between 16 to 23 percent.  The present paper highlights on the participation of the women in the gig-work, issues and challenges, and policy recommendation.