Media centre: 15th Asia and the Pacific Regional Meeting

Fact sheet on Equality at work for women and men in Asia and the Pacific

01 November 2011

Gender equality at work – or equal employment opportunities and treatment – is fundamental for enabling men and women to claim a fair share of the wealth they help generate, in conditions of freedom, equity, security and human dignity.

Fact sheet on Domestic workers in Asia and the Pacific

01 November 2011

Work in households and homes is as old as time, vital for the well-being of families, communities and societies at large. Traditionally done by women and girls without pay, domestic work is often not perceived as “real employment”. Some argue that women’s contribution to the home and general social good is immeasurable, and so precious that any effort to add a price tag only demeans their contribution. This genderbiased argument has resulted in the effective, systematic, marginalization and undervaluation of domestic work.

Fact sheet on Crisis response in Asia and the Pacific

01 November 2011

In the wake of a crisis, whether a natural disaster or an armed conflict, social and economic disruption is an unavoidable consequence and a dreadful reminder of how fragile human settlements and activities can be. Rebuilding the communities and livelihoods of the most vulnerable becomes a top priority for decision-makers and local administrators.

Stories of decent work in Asia and the Pacific

18 October 2011

Information on media accreditation for the International Labour Organization’s (ILO) 15th Asia and the Pacific Regional Meeting (APRM)

11 October 2011

Media are welcome to cover the ILO’s 15th Asia and the Pacific Regional Meeting which will be taking place in Kyoto, Japan, from 4-7 December 2011.

15th ILO Asia and Pacific Regional Meeting: Application form for press accreditation

05 October 2011

15th ILO Asia and Pacific Regional Meeting (Kyoto, Japan, 4-7 December 2011)