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Mozambique forestry stakeholders unite to shape strategic plan for decent work and sustainability
A systems approach that addresses the root causes of decent work deficits is needed for a just transition
A market systems development approach offers a critical pathway to tackle environmental challenges while advancing social justice and promoting decent job creation.
Lebanon’s cherry farmers embrace safer and more sustainable practices through ILO support
The ILO’s BOUZOUR project, funded by Sweden, is helping cherry farmers like Hasan Sharaf and the Ismail family strengthen value chains, improve occupational safety and health and open more inclusive access to global markets.
ILO supports stakeholders in Lebanon’s agri-food sector to adopt responsible business conduct
ILO-supported training, with funding from Sweden, equips agri-food enterprises and institutions with tools to advance responsible business conduct and boost export readiness
Building safer workplaces, ILO kick-starts decent work interventions in Garden Route Municipality
The International Labour Organization (ILO), in partnership with the Department of Employment and Labour, BCAWU, and the Progressive SMME Initiative, launched catalytic interventions in the Garden Route Municipality to promote Decent Work in the...
International Day of Older Persons
Elderly care in Indonesia: The visible and invisible
Two Indonesian elderly care givers share their stories, offering a glimpse into the different experiences of family members caring for loved ones at home and professional caregivers working in eldercare services. Their testimonials highlight the...
Circular economy
Green Jobs in the Maasai Mara empower women and youth
A new circular economy initiative in Kenya’s Maasai Mara is creating green jobs for women and young people while protecting one of the world’s most treasured ecosystems.
Market Systems Development
ILO Market Systems Development approach boosts sustainable livelihoods in Kenya
ILO is strengthening local markets in Kenya’s Nakuru, Narok and Kajiado counties through a Market Systems Development approach that empowers women, youth and persons with disabilities in the fodder and tourism sectors, with funding from the Swedish...
Gender analysis
From data to dignity: Gender-responsive design is strengthening livelihoods in Kenya
The ILO’s Public Private Development Partnership Model (PPDP) Phase 2 project in Kenya’s Great Rift Valley is using gender analysis to design inclusive training, market systems and community initiatives that promote decent work for all.
Farm-to-market model boosts livelihoods of Lebanese farmers
The ILO and Lebanon’s QOOT agri-food network are strengthening livelihoods and supporting communities through contract farming arrangements that set clear terms on price, quality and delivery.
ILO’s systems approach to boost small businesses in supply chains' lowest tiers
In a newly released brief, the International Labour Organization (ILO) outlines how a systems approach can create opportunities for micro, small- and medium-sized enterprises and better working conditions in the lowest tiers of supply chains.
Care economy
Daycare that feels like home
The Beringharjo Early Childhood Education Centre provides a sense of security and comfort to both the children and their parents, who work as traders at Yogyakarta’s Beringharjo Market in Indonesia, allowing them to focus fully on their livelihoods.
Care economy
My journey against tradition as a stay-home-father
With his wife’s career offering greater opportunities, Phadli Hasyim Harahap in Indonesia made the bold decision to take on the role of stay-at-home father—challenging traditional norms and cultural expectations.
Maputo to promote sustainable and inclusive growth in Mozambique’s forestry sector
Decent Work in Construction
Empowering construction workers: A journey towards dignity and compliance
Care economy
Trade unions play a vital role in advancing the care economy in Indonesia
The ILO underscores its initiatives to promote decent work within the care economy and emphasizes the vital role of trade unions in advancing this agenda.
Care economy
Advancing Indonesia’s care economy through documentary films
Through a compelling series of documentaries, the ILO supports the implementation of Indonesia’s Care Economy Roadmap.
Care economy
ILO-KBR Media “Care Support” campaign boosts awareness of Indonesia’s care economy
The ILO joins forces with KBR Media to advance the care economy in Indonesia through a series of podcasts.
Decent work isn’t just a concept but a strategy for more productive enterprises
Care economy
Pressing for progress: Indonesia’s media drive the care economy forward
The ILO has joined forces with the Alliance of Indonesian Journalists (AJI) Jakarta to mobilize Indonesian mass media in advocating the priorities of the Indonesia Care Economy Roadmap 2025–2045.