This guidebook assists the general public in understanding the legal frameworks and socio-economic developments surrounding gender equality and women workers' rights in the world of work. Completely updated, it incorporates important information about the latest developments on gender issues such as girl child labourers, export processing zones, gender mainstreaming, the glass ceiling and many more. Each entry in the guide provides a clear definition and directs the reader to relevant laws, ILO conventions, and other topics for further research.