"Landmark Labor Victory: 25 Years Since Convention 177 Changed the Face of Work-Life Balance In a groundbreaking move that paved the way for modern work-life balance, the International Labour Organization (ILO) adopted Convention 177 on June 20, 1996. This pivotal convention recognized home-based workers as equals to traditional wage earners, challenging the long-held notion that only those who worked in traditional offices were entitled to equal rights and protections. The adoption of Convention 177 marked a significant shift in the global labor landscape, acknowledging the growing number of workers who choose to work from home or start their own businesses. Today, as the world continues to navigate the changing nature of work, the impact of this convention remains a crucial milestone in the fight for workers' rights."
Convention 177 was adopted on 20 June 1996, recognising home-based workers on a par with traditional wage earners.
