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Building pathways to decent work for Lebanon's most vulnerable
With European Union support, the ILO has worked alongside Lebanon’s Ministry of Social Affairs to help transform social assistance into a gateway to jobs, livelihoods and economic inclusion.
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Lebanon: Reviving the Horsh Beirut park and promoting inclusive public spaces
Last autumn, biking sessions in Horsh Beirut promoted sustainable mobility, inclusive public spaces, and community engagement
International Day of Persons with Disability
From overlooked to job-ready: Training equips jobseekers with disabilities for decent work in Lebanon
Testimonies from persons with disabilities in Lebanon tell of how training provided by the EU-funded ENABLE Programme helped them regain confidence, develop skills and pursue decent work opportunities.
Graduation of healthcare assistants marks milestone in Lebanon’s skills development
EU-funded ENABLE Programme equips 30 young women and men with healthcare skills through work-based learning, strengthening employment opportunities and resilience.
Greening the lands and building sustainable rural livelihoods in southern Lebanon
Enhancing rural livelihoods through sustainable agriculture, local employment, and climate-resilient infrastructure in the Southern Nabatieh area in southern Lebanon.
Beirut’s largest park transformed into a symbol of inclusion, sustainability and community life in Lebanon
The inauguration of Horsh Beirut’s first revitalization phase under the EU-funded ENABLE Programme marks a milestone in transforming the park into an accessible, vibrant and sustainable hub for all.
Marwan’s path to purpose: How nursing training is transforming lives in Lebanon
Through EU-funded training, young Lebanese like Marwan are gaining the skills – and the purpose – to build a better future in healthcare.
ILO strengthens capacities to promote sustainable employment through SIYB training in Lebanon
As part of its sustainable enterprises’ development programme, the ILO is strengthening entrepreneurship and job creation to support Lebanon’s economic recovery through projects funded by the EU, the Netherlands and Sweden.
From exclusion to employment: A woman’s journey in Lebanon’s construction sector
Oum Metres, a mother of three young boys and one girl, lives in the town of Damour, Lebanon. She shares her journey of stepping into an unconventional role in her community, working in construction and rehabilitation as part of the Damour Irrigation...
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Empowering graduates with skills to secure sustainable jobs aligned with labour market needs
A graduation ceremony was held for 80 trainees who successfully completed work-based learning programs in Lebanon, conducted with the support of the International Labour Organization (ILO).
High-Level delegation highlights success of ILO's EU-funded ENABLE Project in Beirut
Key stakeholders witness socioeconomic impact of the EU-funded employment-intensive initiatives in the Lebanese capital’s Bourj Hammoud area.
Transforming lives in Lebanon: Enabling communities through financial literacy
Stories from Beirut highlight personal journeys towards economic independence and transformative growth within communities, with support from the ILO and funding from the EU.
Bridging Skills and Short-term Job Opportunities: ENABLE joins forces with Lebanese contractors for on-site training in Damour
Trainees equipped with skills to secure sustainable jobs in line with labour market needs
A graduation ceremony was held for 80 trainees in work-based learning programmes in Lebanon, conducted with the support of the ILO.
The ILO trains a new pool of SIYB master trainers in the Arab States
Participants from different ILO projects from Lebanon, Yemen, Iraq, and the Occupied Palestinian Territory completed the 2 weeks training programme.
ILO and EU delegation visit ENABLE projects in Tripoli, Lebanon
A visit to work-based learning projects in Tripoli highlighted joint efforts by the ILO, the European Union, and national partners to enhance skills and improve employability of individuals.
ILO project provides opportunities for individuals and fosters inclusive economic growth – ILO official
A visit to a work-based learning project in northern Lebanon highlights joint efforts by the ILO, the Government of Norway, the EU and national partners to enhance skills and improve employability of vulnerable groups.
A rehabilitated irrigation channel and economic empowerment for residents of Lebanon’s Damour area
A project by the ILO’s ENABLE programme is working to empower agricultural communities through employment opportunities and infrastructure rehabilitation of an irrigation channel.