ILO in the Arab States

Jordan issues first e-work permit for Syrian refugees in construction

The new electronic system was introduced after 16,000 flexible work permits were issued in the sector in one year, as part of an ILO-coordinated agreement between the Ministry of Labour and the General Federation of Jordanian Trade Unions (GFJTU)
Empowerment through music: Lebanon’s choir against child labour

Children who have a history of child labour have embarked on a musical journey led by the ILO and Lebanon’s Ministry of Labour, and have taken their talents to Lebanon’s Presidential Palace for their first ever performance.
World Employment and Social Outlook 2018

24 million jobs to open up in the green economy

ILO flagship report estimates job losses and job creation as the world moves to a greener economy.
Decent Work pledge for Occupied Palestinian Territory

First visit by an ILO Director-General to the Palestinian Territory in two decades aims to consolidate cooperation between the Organization and Palestinian partners.

Potential Opportunities for Women’s Economic Empowerment - Potato and Leafy Green Vegetable Value Chains

The assessment examines the status of women in the potatoes and leafy green vegetables value chains in Lebanon's Akkar region.
Childcare: A Training Manual For Domestic Workers’ Organizations

This training manual is targeted to domestic workers’ organizations, civil society, not for profit organizations and other entities that provide skills trainings to domestic workers.
The Occupied Palestinian Territory: An Employment Diagnostic Study

This study takes stock of the employment and labour market situation in the Occupied Palestinian Territory, including mapping and assessing existing employment programmes and services, and offers recommendations for informing effective policy development.

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