All news: Ukraine

New ILO regional report

Social protection systems key to a Just Transition to net-zero carbon emissions in Europe and Central Asia, says new ILO report

The ILO regional report calls for building climate-resilient social protection systems and extending social protection to all workers who will be affected by the transition policies to net-zero carbon emissions.

Equal pay

Moldova and Ukraine step up efforts to close the gender pay gap

A high-level ILO training in Turin has equipped national stakeholders from Moldova and Ukraine with practical tools to promote equal pay for work of equal value.

Labour reforms take spotlight at Ukraine recovery conference

The ILO announced a €3.5 million European Union contribution to help Ukraine align its labour laws and social dialogue systems with international standards.

Impact story

Knitting through uncertainty: How an ILO grant boosted a hosiery business from Eastern Ukraine

When the war forced the Rubizhne Hosiery Manufactory team to flee the Luhansk region in Ukraine, they lost everything: equipment, premises, and raw materials. Yet through support from partners, and through grant assistance from the ILO and others,...

ILO launches new Local Employment Partnership project in Kyiv region, focusing on job creation for vulnerable groups

The project is the latest in a series of voluntary partnerships aimed at boosting job opportunities in Ukraine.

High employment, low wages: The economic reality of Ukrainian refugees

Analysis report reveals that despite increasing employment rates, Ukrainian refugees in neighbouring countries continue to face significant economic challenges. With 40 per cent living below the poverty line due to high housing costs, the need for...

ILO and Kyiv trade unions join forces to forge more inclusive work environments for HIV-positive workers in Ukraine

A joint initiative by the Kyiv Regional Council of Trade Unions and the ILO has helped to deepen awareness and support to workers living with or affected by HIV.

Beneficiary story

New childcare facility empowers working women in Ukraine

Veronika Boloban, founder of the Kids Hub children’s centre and ILO grantee from Bila Tserkva, Ukraine has created a space where children feel comfortable, cosy and safe while their mothers can pursue their careers.

Beneficiary stories

From starting a bakery in Ukraine to being a tourist guide in Bosnia and Herzegovina: ILO beneficiaries turn dreams into reality

Discover the inspiring stories of five individuals from Bosnia and Herzegovina, Moldova, Montenegro, and Ukraine. Through the transformative support of ILO programmes, these beneficiaries not only found a lifeline but also unlocked the doors to...

Inclusion in times of crisis: How Ukrainian businesses are building resilience by integrating people with disabilities

Ukrainian enterprises are demonstrating remarkable resilience by turning obstacles into opportunities. A notable example is their effort to address labour shortages caused by the war through the recruitment and integration of people with...

Beneficiary testimonials

ILO interventions transform lives in Central and Eastern Europe

Five beneficiaries of ILO programmes from Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Ukraine tell their stories how the ILO assistance they received made a difference not only in their own lives, but also in their community's.

One UN

UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator in Ukraine Matthias Schmale meets with Ukrainian workers' and employers' organizations on...

Matthias Schmale, United Nations Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator in Ukraine, held a meeting with representatives from Ukraine's workers’ and employers’ organizations. The dialogue, hosted at the ILO Country Office in Kyiv, underscored the...

ILO Director-General pledges increased support for Ukraine

During his visit to Kyiv, ILO Director-General Gilbert F. Houngbo pledged to increase support for Ukraine, highlighting the organization's commitment to aiding the country's labor market recovery amid the ongoing war.

ILO support to Ukraine

ILO Ukraine project closes with important labour market improvements

A Danish Government-funded project to support employment and entrepreneurship in Ukraine has closed, after creating significant labour market improvements and providing support for employers and workers during the current conflict.

Innovative childcare at the workplace enables women to participate in the labour market in Moldova and Ukraine

Mothers often stay out of the labour market for lack of available, reliable and/or affordable childcare services. The ILO has been testing new models of childcare that can help them re-join the labour force. 

Global Rights Index points to remaining challenges in workers’ rights in Central and Eastern Europe

The International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC) released its 11th Global Rights Index. The report shows a steady decline in access to workers’ rights around the globe. Comparing the datasets from the last 11 years shows that Europe is part of...

Gender equality and non-discrimination

Empowering employers: ensuring workplace equality through an innovative online course

It's World Day of safety and health at work!

The World Day for Safety and Health at Work (28 April) serves to raise awareness about occupational safety and health and gives us an opportunity to talk about the causes of work-related injuries, diseases, and fatalities, and measures to prevent...

Migration

Shaping migration narratives: Insights from the ILO/OSCE E-MINDFUL project

The E-MINDFUL project, which closed in December 2023, developed evidence-based and action-oriented guidance, including innovative instruments, that can orientate future communication efforts on migration and migrants.

ILO Voices | Entrepreneurship

How entrepreneurship helps me stay resilient in Ukraine

Alla Zhuravel runs her husband’s business in Ukraine while he serves with the armed forces. She also teaches entrepreneurship skills to Ukrainians whose livelihoods have been affected by the ongoing conflict. It’s rewarding work and it helps to...