All news: Ukraine
Four essential questions
How did the war impact the Ukrainian labour market?
In our interview series with leading economists, researchers and policy-makers, we interviewed Oleksandr Zholud, Chief Expert, Monetary Policy and Economic Analysis Department at National Bank of Ukraine. He shared his views on how the war impacted...
Informal EPSCO
Promotion of social justice essential for sustainable and equitable recovery, ILO tells EU ministers
Speaking to EU ministers of employment and social affairs, the ILO Director-General underlined the need to put social justice back at the centre of policy-making, using concerted and decisive action.
International Labour Standards
New safety standard on chemicals expected to improve workers’ health and support conflict recovery
Ratifying Convention No. 170 will not just improve the safety of workers, but may also boost Ukraine’s trade competitiveness and help with rebuilding damage caused by the Russian aggression.
Occupational Safety and Health
Ukraine ratifies the Chemicals Convention, 1990 (No. 170)
Ukraine is the 24th country to have ratified Convention NO. 170
Staff news
Retrospective on challenges and successes - Interview with Markus Pilgrim, Director of ILO Central and Eastern Europe stepping down
Markus Pilgrim retires after long and successful service at the ILO. During his tenure as Director, the ILO Central and Eastern Europe Office managed to further raise its profile as a specialised technical agency on world of work issues and to...
ILO Sustainable and Resilient Enterprises (SURE) Programme
Ukrainian companies invest in future, despite the war
The massive destruction caused by the war in Ukraine has not prevented employers from taking part in an ILO-supported training programme on business continuity and resilience.
Ukraine recovery
Ukrainian trade unions reaffirm their commitment to actively contribute to Ukraine’s rebuilding
During a meeting in Kyiv, trade unions and international partners discussed ways to protect workers' rights, during and after the war, and to contribute to the rebuilding of Ukraine
Ukraine recovery
ILO, IOM help pave road for post-war labour market in Ukraine
On 12-13 July, the International Labour Organization (ILO) and the International Organization for Migration (IOM) held a workshop in Kyiv with key government stakeholders from Ukraine, including the Ministry of Economy to discuss current and future...
Trade unions
Workers’ rights in Europe in decline, says ITUC Global Rights Index 2023
In July 2023, the International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC) released its 10th Global Rights Index. The report paints a grim picture of workers’ rights around the globe. According to ITUC, Europe is no longer a bastion of workers’ rights.
Ukraine
Despite the war Ukraine keeps up the reform process: addressing the gender pay gap is high on agenda
In early May, the Government of Ukraine, with the personal support of Olena Zelenska, the First Lady of Ukraine presented the National Strategy and Action Plan to reduce the gender pay gap in the country. In addition to constituting equal...
Ukraine
Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant workers subjected to forced labour by Russian forces, say trade unions
The ILO expresses grave concerns about civilian casualties and the severe impact of the Russian Federation aggression on workers and employers who risk their lives to continue working and operating.
International Labour Standards
“Ukraine works!” 5-year ILO project closes with improved occupational health and safety standards and more effective State Labour...
The EU-funded project provided assistance to strengthen the Ukrainian State Labour Inspection with the long-term objective of contributing to a safe, healthy and declared work in Ukraine. In addition, the project had to respond to some of the...
International Labour Standards
New project signed to assist Ukraine with new labour code and better compliance with International Labour Standards
With support from Canada, the ILO launched a 2-year project that will promote compliance with fundamental principles and rights at work throughout the process of modernizing labour legalisation in Ukraine.
War in Ukraine
ILO proposes extra support measures for Ukraine, as war enters second year
A new ILO plan to support Ukraine’s labour and employment sector seeks to address humanitarian, as well as recovery needs, after a year of war that has created massive economic and employment losses and threatens millions with poverty.
Employment creation
ILO and SECO launch collaboration to accelerate employment creation in Moldova
The ILO and the Swiss State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO) combined efforts for employment promotion, skills development, and formalization to create new jobs especially for rural communities and vulnerable populations including youth and...
Testimonials from Ukraine
"I could have left, but I stayed"
Ivanna Khrapko, Ukrainian trade unionist, launched a volunteer initiative after the war broke out to help internally displaced Ukrainians. The ILO assisted trade union efforts and provided support to cover 7,750 bednights and daily food packages for...
Testimonials from Ukraine
"We sincerely want to help people, and make them feel hopeful"
Ella Albanska’s company participated in packaging and distribution of food for families in need, many of them fleeing from areas affected by the war. With ILO support, the Federation of Employers of Ukraine organized a country-wide effort to engage...
Testimonials from Ukraine
"We prepare hot dishes and deliver them in the neighbourhoods where there is no gas and electricity"
Before the war Oleksii Aleksandrov was one of the partners of an ILO-supported training programme for chefs de cuisine in Kherson. After the outbreak of the war, he joined other professionals preparing warm meals for people without gas or...
One year of war in Ukraine
Ukrainian manufacturing continues despite the war: How the Employers help their members to find new markets in the EU
With ILO assistance, the Federation of Employers of Ukraine supports members to seek new business partners and markets by facilitating networking between Ukrainian and EU companies.
One year of war in Ukraine
“Professional Education Online” – a new and innovative digital platform to sustain TVET education in Ukraine
Ukraine strives to maintain access to technical vocational education and training during the war with ILO’s commitment and support. A new online platform assists 225,000 TVET students in keeping up with their studies.
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