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113th International Labour Conference

Statement by Alessandra Tolentino, Delegate of CGIL, CISL, UIL trade unions (Italy), Plenary session of the International Labour Conference

113th session of the International Labour Conference

Statement by Marina Elvira Calderone, Minister of labour and social policies (Italy), Plenary session of the International Labour Conference

The ILO’s normative mandate is more relevant than ever, says ILO Director-General

At the opening of the 113th International Labour Conference, Gilbert F. Houngbo emphasized the organization’s strategic role in a changing world of work.

Making decent work a reality for domestic and home care workers in Europe

At an event in the European Parliament, the ILO underlined the need for formalizing care work, investing in quality care services, and ensuring a better protection for care workers to foster resilient and inclusive societies.

Joint study

One in four jobs at risk of being transformed by GenAI, new ILO–NASK Global Index shows

The refined global index of exposure to Generative AI offers policymakers a vital tool for managing the impact on work.

Partnership

ILO and Eni reinforce joint commitment to workers' health and well-being in agri-business

Endorsing the intervention model and discussing future plans to improve workers' health, safety and social protection in the agri-business sector, the ILO and Eni reaffirmed their strong partnership during a steering committee meeting in Rome.

First ever ILO programme on living wages launched by heads of ILO, ITUC and IOE

The programme will estimate and operationalize living wages for the first time since the establishment of the ILO in 1919.

ILO Governing Body concludes its 353rd Session

The Executive Body of the International Labour Organization reviewed global labour issues and country cases.

International Women's Day

It’s time to recognize and value all women’s work

From homes to hospitals, fields to factories, women are the backbone of our societies and economies. Yet, their contributions often go unrecognized. In this International Women’s Day message, ILO Director-General Gilbert F. Houngbo underscores the...

Women and the economy: 30 years after the Beijing Declaration

Achieving gender equality in employment rates would take almost two centuries

Thirty years after the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action set out an ambitious agenda for equality, women still face significant barriers in the economy, according to a new International Labour Organization brief.

International Labour Standards

ILO releases 2025 report of the Committee of Experts on the Application of Conventions and Recommendations

The report outlines the extent to which ILO Member States have fulfilled their obligations in relation to international labour standards, including those they have voluntarily ratified.

ILO and EESC join forces to shape a fair and inclusive AI-driven future at high-level conference

Artificial Intelligence is transforming the world of work at an unprecedented pace, bringing both opportunities and challenges for workers, businesses and policymakers.

Enterprise development

New programme to close digital gap for 15,000 small businesses

The United Nations in the Philippines launched a new joint programme to bridge the digital divide and boost the competitiveness of enterprises through improved connectivity and support from UN agencies, including the ILO and government partners.

World Employment and Social Outlook: Trends 2025

Economic recovery is losing steam, new ILO report says

Geopolitical tensions, the rising costs of climate change, and unresolved debt issues are putting labour markets under pressure, according to the International Labour Organization.

International migrants are vital force in the global labour market

International migrants are playing a crucial role in the global economy and made up 4.7 per cent of the total global labour force in 2022, with most employed in high-income countries and in key sectors such as services, notably care provision.

Social Dialogue Report 2024

Social dialogue key to economic and social development, enabling inclusive transitions

The new ILO Social Dialogue Report 2024 shows the potential of peak-level social dialogue in promoting decent work in an era of unprecedented change.

Statistics advance cooperative innovation and impact

The session on the role of statistics in measuring and creating impact through cooperative innovation was held under the "Shaping a Cooperative Future" pillar at the Global Cooperative Conference in New Delhi.

Global Wage Report 2024-25

Wage inequality has declined in two-thirds of countries worldwide since start of 21st century

Global real average wage growth has started to rise again as inflation progressively eases. Despite these positive outcomes, high levels of wage inequality remain, making it a pressing policy issue, ILO report finds.

"Employment in focus" Blog

Reflecting on Brazil’s G20 Presidency: Tackling poverty, inequality and financing challenges

Kee Beom Kim, ILO Macro-Economic and Employment Policies Specialist, reflects on the G20 Brazilian Presidency’s initiatives to tackle the challenges of poverty, employment, inequality and financing.

Key issues affecting the world of work addressed by ILO Governing Body

The Governing Body endorsed the ILO’s 2026–29 Strategic Plan, recognized the progress of the Global Coalition for Social Justice, and approved key messages for the upcoming Second World Summit for Social Development, among other topics.