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Thought #196: The Dark Side of the Gig Economy in the Social Sector

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September 26, 2026

Many individuals over 50 face a structural crisis of social inclusion after losing permanent employment, as the primary labor market offers them virtually no points of re-entry. Distressingly, social initiatives and non-profit organizations have also begun adopting gig-economy mechanics. Freelancers receive irregular, isolated assignments without predictability, voice, or stability—a practice mirroring commercial bidding platforms like Upwork or Fiverr. This systemically generated precariousness strips individuals of economic security and fuels social frustration, which far-right movements exploit. True transformation requires establishing reliable, dignified, and democratic structures, especially within the social sector.