News, articles and events on Green Jobs
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Video
Empowering Women Entrepreneurs in Southern Iraq
08 March 2024
At the core of entrepreneurship lies empowerment. As the world marks International Women's Day, we witness the determination of women in southern Iraq firsthand, and join them as they celebrate victories, both big and small. Through collaboration and support networks, they equip each other with tools and knowledge while embracing sustainability and eco-friendly practices. This initiative was made possible through funding by the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation in Iraq and implementation by the ILO, demonstrating our joint commitment to empowering women and fostering sustainable entrepreneurship in the region.
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Research Seminar
Human-Centered Economics: The Living Standards of Nations
Join us for a conversation with Richard Samans, the ILO’s Director of Research and G20 Finance Deputy, to dive into the arguments and implications of his new book
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Event
Just Transition Finance: Pathways for banking and insurance
During this webinar, speakers presented key recommendations from the report 'Just Transition Finance: Pathways for Banking and Insurance', highlighted examples of what pioneering banks and insurance companies are already doing, and discussed the challenges and the way forward towards a just transition.
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ILO report
High unemployment rates to worsen despite optimistic economic outlook in Arab States
20 February 2024
While many economies in the Arab States region continue their post-pandemic recovery, recovery of the labour market lags behind, requiring concerted efforts to intensify diversification and to create jobs in more resilient sectors, a new ILO report finds.
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World Day of Social Justice
Change must start with a focus on social justice
20 February 2024
On World Day of Social Justice, ILO Director-General, Gilbert F. Houngbo, said there is a unique opportunity to bend the arc of history in favour of social justice and to put social needs at the same level as economic and environmental concerns.
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News
ILO participates in the Framework Conference of the Ibero-American Network for the Promotion of the Social and Solidarity Economy (SSE)
31 January 2024
This network, driven by Chile, Colombia, Brazil, Guatemala, Mexico, Spain and Portugal, aims to consolidate a regional group that promotes the SSE.
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Global accelerator
Viet Nam strongly committed to become a pathfinder country of the Global accelerator
30 January 2024
New resolution showcases a clear will of Viet Nam to become a pathfinder country of the Global accelerator on Jobs and Social Protection for Just Transitions.
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ECOSOC Special Meeting
Navigating the Future of Work: A call for inclusive and sustainable solutions
23 January 2024
In his address to the ECOSOC Special Meeting on “The Future of Work: towards a productive, inclusive and sustainable global society,” ILO Director-General, Gilbert F. Houngbo, explains how advancing decent work and social justice are pivotal to address the challenges and opportunities presented by technological advancements, demographic shifts, and the climate crisis.
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Macroeconomics
Major reform of macroeconomics proposed to address 21st century social and environmental challenges at greater scale and speed
08 December 2023
ILO Research Director Richard Samans' book calls for a macroeconomic overhaul, prioritizing societal well-being and robust policy over mere economic growth, to bridge the gap between wealth and living standards.
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International Day of Banks
Banks and insurers can play major role in creating just climate transition – new report says
04 December 2023
Private sector banks and insurers have a key role to play in promoting a just transition, according to a new ILO/UNEP report - published ahead of the International Day of Banks - that also offers guidance on practical strategies and actions.