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A New Spark: Abdi's journey from labourer to electrician
Abdi Mowlid during a practical learning session at Jigjiga Polytechnic College

Skills training

A New Spark: Abdi's journey from labourer to electrician

Through an ILO-supported vocational training in Ethiopia, Abdi Mowlid Abdi transformed from a struggling labourer to a professional electrician, securing contracts and ensuring a better future for his family.

Second phase of PROSPECTS launched in Sudan, empowering host and forcibly displaced communities
refugee women being surveyed in sudan

Press release

Second phase of PROSPECTS launched in Sudan, empowering host and forcibly displaced communities

The second phase of PROSPECTS aims to enhance education, economic inclusion, protection, and infrastructure, supporting refugees, displaced persons, and host communities in Sudan through sustainable development and resilience-building initiative.

Solar energy gives power to youths and technical schools through ILO Project in Lebanon
students learning to install solar panels in lebanon

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Solar energy gives power to youths and technical schools through ILO Project in Lebanon

An ongoing initiative provides hands-on training in renewable energy, creating job opportunities and sustainable solutions amid Lebanon’s ongoing crisis.

ILO and partners bring industry-recognized digital skills certifications for Kenya’s youth
young men and women at the graduation ceremony in Kenya wearing the graduate trench sets

Digital inclusion

ILO and partners bring industry-recognized digital skills certifications for Kenya’s youth

Bridging the gap between training and employment, Kenya’s first Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for digital skills graduates received industry-recognized certifications with support from the ILO PROSPECTS Partnership.

How ILO PROSPECTS is strengthening livestock farming in Ethiopia’s Somali Region
A woman from Gerbi Kebele tending to a tree seedling in her nursery

Strengthening cooperatives

How ILO PROSPECTS is strengthening livestock farming in Ethiopia’s Somali Region

The ILO's PROSPECTS Partnership enhances livestock farming in Ethiopia’s Somali region through innovative solutions, improving feed production, resilience, and economic opportunities for both refugees and host communities.

ILO supported Kulehe project to boost youth entrepreneurship and financial inclusion
Participants of the panel discussion on launching event

Engaging youth-led organizations

ILO supported Kulehe project to boost youth entrepreneurship and financial inclusion

The Kulehe project, launched in Addis Ababa, supports 120 youth from refugee and host communities with entrepreneurship training, financial inclusion, and business linkages, promoting decent employment through the ILO Youth-to-Youth Fund.

Agricultural infrastructure revamp transforms Lebanon, one greenhouse at a time
woman farmer inside a green house

Photo Essay

Agricultural infrastructure revamp transforms Lebanon, one greenhouse at a time

ILO-run greenhouse upgrade project supports farmers in boosting productivity and securing livelihoods amid economic challenges.

ILO boosts facilitation and communication skills to expand social security coverage across Jordan
woman government official and ILO staff standing

Press release

ILO boosts facilitation and communication skills to expand social security coverage across Jordan

Part of a multi-donor project, the initiative aims to improve social security awareness and engagement across Jordan’'s diverse and most vulnerable communities.

Microfinance empowers farmers, youths and workers in Lebanon
women farmers working at a green house

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Microfinance empowers farmers, youths and workers in Lebanon

By providing subsidized loans and training, the ILO supported over 1,550 Lebanese and Syrians, creating jobs and building resilience amid Lebanon's economic crisis.

Empowering lives through skills: Sewing hope for displaced communities
women learning tailoring at institute

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Empowering lives through skills: Sewing hope for displaced communities

The ILO trained Lebanese and Syrian participants, equipping them with job skills and producing essential winter supplies to foster resilience in the aftermath of conflict.

Aisha: an inclusive financial product brings hope for host and refugee entrepreneurs
Aisha Abdi, one of the first beneficiaries of “Aisha” service in Kebribeyah town, standing inside her shop

Financial inclusion

Aisha: an inclusive financial product brings hope for host and refugee entrepreneurs

ILO and Shabelle Bank's innovative "Aisha" program provides Sharia-compliant financial solutions and education to refugees and host communities in Ethiopia, empowering entrepreneurs and fostering sustainable livelihoods.

Hotel management apprenticeship empowers refugee and host community youth in Uganda
graduating students celebrating

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Hotel management apprenticeship empowers refugee and host community youth in Uganda

Through the transformative apprenticeship program in Uganda, the ILO and its partners are empowering refugee and host community youth with hospitality skills, fostering employment, and addressing industry gaps through strategic partnerships and...

ILO co-hosts dialogue on inclusive digital transformation in Ethiopia
A group picture of participants of the social dialogue on inclusive digital transformation in Ethiopia

ILO co-hosts dialogue on inclusive digital transformation in Ethiopia

Along with the Government of Ethiopia, the social dialogue event validated survey findings to improve Ethiopia's Digital Inclusion Strategy, emphasizing refugees’ access to technology.

ILO and partners advance refugee inclusion in Ethiopia’s National Health Systems
A group picture of participants of the social dialogue on inclusive digital transformation in Ethiopia

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ILO and partners advance refugee inclusion in Ethiopia’s National Health Systems

Key stakeholders in Ethiopia convened a high-level dialogue to strengthen social health protection, discussing refugee inclusion in national health systems and expanding Community-Based Health Insurance to ensure equitable healthcare access for all.

Strengthening cooperative governance through alternative dispute resolution in Kenya
Kenya Cooperatives

Strengthening cooperative governance through alternative dispute resolution in Kenya

Fostering unity and efficiency in cooperative governance through alternative dispute resolution in Kenya

ILO and Jordan Cooperative Corporation partner to strengthen cooperatives and promote decent work in Jordan
official signing documents

News

ILO and Jordan Cooperative Corporation partner to strengthen cooperatives and promote decent work in Jordan

New agreement focuses on training, governance, and digital tools to empower Jordan's cooperative sector.

Strengthening Lebanon’s communities amid conflict: A holistic approach to education, training, and employment
woman wearing a white shirt standing outside a shop

Photo Essay

Strengthening Lebanon’s communities amid conflict: A holistic approach to education, training, and employment

Featuring testimonies from trainees and business owners, the project highlights real stories of resilience and career transformation amid Lebanon’s protracted crises.

How the ILO supports digital transformation of Uganda's Industrial Court
men and women standing near a vehicle donated by the ILO

Video

How the ILO supports digital transformation of Uganda's Industrial Court

Building a stable future – Eyad Al Merjawi’s journey to decent work and social protection in Jordan
Eyad Al Merjawi, a 41-year-old refugee from Syria, standing in front of the butcher shop where he works

Photo Essay

Building a stable future – Eyad Al Merjawi’s journey to decent work and social protection in Jordan

Finding stability through Estidama++: a butcher’s story of resilience and hope amid Jordan's economic challenges.

ILO champions disability-friendly technical education in Ethiopia’s Somali Region
a person with disability walking on a ramp

Video

ILO champions disability-friendly technical education in Ethiopia’s Somali Region

Explore how Jigjiga Polytechnic College, supported by ILO and ECCD, is fostering a disability-inclusive environment, empowering youth from diverse backgrounds to access skills training and unlock new opportunities