MA in Public Law, Shahid Beheshti University; and MA in Political Science, Mofid University, Qom z.zamanian1989@gmail.com
Abstract
Definition: Digitalization is transforming societies and economies worldwide at an unprecedented scale and pace. Following this phenomenon, new forms of employment have been emerging in various sectors, such as the digital platform economy. The emergence of new forms of employment, such as work on digital platforms, requires the adaptation of the existing social protection systems to the specific situation and needs of such workers. Method: The present paper is based on descriptive - analytic method, seeking the answer to this question: How can social protection systems adapt to changing forms of work to ensure full and effective coverage for workers in all forms of employment, including “new” forms of employment in digital platforms? Result: Findings demonstrate that current social protection coverage for workers on digital platforms reveals significant gaps and risks. Therefore, focusing the challenges and opportunities generated by the digital economy, we tried to identify and introduce common features that lead to development of mechanisms of reducing the gaps and risks. Combining the contributory and non-contributory mechanisms based on equitable and sustainable financing mechanisms, we try to ensure comprehensive and adequate social security for all.
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