Discrimination and gender-based violence against workers on digital transportation and delivery platforms

Abstract

Labor relations have been undergoing profound transformations since the so-called Technological Revolution (Revolution 4.0). New forms of labor proliferated even more sharply during the global pandemic crisis (Covid-19), such as “work-on-demand via apps,” particularly regarding delivery work by motorcyclists and transport drivers linked to digital platforms. Numerous problems and difficulties are faced by these workers, including occupational health and safety issues, the absence of social and social security protection, a lack of transparency in labor management and platform exclusion, and gamification aimed at an unsafe and excessive increase in productivity, in addition to those arising from the informality of unregistered work. However, within a scenario of the sexual division of labor and inequality between men and women, the latter face an even worse and more precarious reality. By analyzing the current legislative landscape and international directives on the subject, this study aims to provide a broader perspective on this form of labor relation. The objective is to ensure that, regardless of the conclusion regarding the existence of an employment bond, a regulation is adopted that addresses the peculiarities of this technological work for both men and women, effectively preserving decent and non-discriminatory work, as well as the human and fundamental rights of all workers, including female workers.