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Child and forced labour

Successful presentation on independent monitoring of 2024 cotton harvest held in Tashkent

Government representatives, employers, trade unions, and civil society gathered in Tashkent to review findings from independent monitoring of the 2024 cotton harvest, reaffirming Uzbekistan’s commitment to tackling labour rights violations and...

ILO discusses strategies to ensure that skills match labour market needs

At a conference on the EU’s competitiveness agenda, the ILO stressed the need for inclusive, responsive, and resilient skills and lifelong learning systems.

ILO stresses need for robust social dialogue to address labour market challenges

The ILO addressed a high-level International conference which discussed ways to shape sustainable and future-proof industrial relations.

ILO supports designing public works programmes for sustainable employment in Armenia

A high-level discussion brought together policymakers, social partners, and experts to explore how public works programmes can support Armenia’s labour market reforms, promote sustainable employment, and reduce poverty.

Global Social Partners’ Academy

Employers’ organizations prepare to navigate emerging labour market trends through collective bargaining 

Representatives from Employer and Business Membership Organizations (EBMOs) in Moldova, Montenegro, and Serbia participated in the Global Social Partners’ Academy from November 25 to 29, 2024 at the ITCILO in Turin, Italy. The Academy focused on...

Beneficiary stories

From starting a bakery in Ukraine to being a tourist guide in Bosnia and Herzegovina: ILO beneficiaries turn dreams into reality

Discover the inspiring stories of five individuals from Bosnia and Herzegovina, Moldova, Montenegro, and Ukraine. Through the transformative support of ILO programmes, these beneficiaries not only found a lifeline but also unlocked the doors to...

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.

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.

Inclusion in times of crisis: How Ukrainian businesses are building resilience by integrating people with disabilities

Ukrainian enterprises are demonstrating remarkable resilience by turning obstacles into opportunities. A notable example is their effort to address labour shortages caused by the war through the recruitment and integration of people with...

Spotlight Interviews with Co-operators

Interview with Rosa Lavín Ibarra, President of KONFEKOOP

“Spotlight Interviews with Co-operators” is a series of interviews with co-operators from around the world with whom ILO officials have crossed paths during the course of their work on cooperatives and the wider Social and Solidarity Economy (SSE)....

Alternative childcare facilities

ILO initiative empowers young mothers to enter the workforce in the Republic of Moldova

Anastasia Chistol is a young entrepreneur from Chisinau, Moldova. With support from the ILO, she started a home-based creche for children under three, helping young mothers join the labour market.

Labour migration

Ship to Shore Rights South East Asia Programme advances labour rights for migrant fishers and seafood processing workers

European Union-funded initiative concludes its second phase, delivering significant progress towards decent work in the blue economy.

C190 - Violence and Harassment Convention, 2019 (No. 190)

A step towards safer workplaces in Armenia: training on violence and harassment for public officials

ILO's two-day training in Armenia equipped public officials with practical tools to address workplace violence and harassment, advancing efforts to ensure safe, respectful work environments.

Start and Improve Your Business - Success Stories 2024

A young Azerbaijani turns an inherited land into an agrotourism centre

Togrul Huseynli, a history graduate from Goygol, Azerbaijan, turned his family land into Sevgi Kampı, an agrotourism site. With Start and Improve Your Business (SIYB) training, he gained business skills to offer visitors a peaceful nature escape...

Spotlight Interviews with Co-operators

Interview with Christian Bengtzelius, Head of Owner Relations and International Affairs at Riksbyggen

“Spotlight Interviews with Co-operators” is a series of interviews with co-operators from around the world with whom ILO officials have crossed paths during the course of their work on cooperatives and the wider Social and Solidarity Economy (SSE)....

ILO and Enabel promote social dialogue and safety and health at work in Morocco

DIASSOSEC is the first project signed as part of the ILO-Enabel comprehensive agreement. It builds on the ILO's ongoing support for strengthening and institutionalizing social dialogue and collective conventions in Morocco.

Safety + Health for All

ILO launches new project on occupational safety and health in Uzbekistan

A development cooperation initiative under the ILO Safety + Health for All flagship programme

METI Project

Paving the way for employment-centered trade and investment policies in METI II

Mainstreaming Employment into Trade and Investment (METI), a four-year regional programme funded by the European Union and implemented by the International Labour Organization (ILO), has officially concluded. The closing event, held from 10 to 12...

Workshop enhances cassation appeal drafting skills of the Armenian Health and Labour Inspection Body officials

Officials from Armenia’s Health and Labour Inspection Body participated in a workshop to strengthen their skills in drafting cassation appeals. Organised with support from the ILO’s PILRAT Project, the training aimed to improve legal procedures and...

New ILO report

Labour justice for every worker in Moldova

In a significant stride towards enhancing labour justice in Moldova, the ILO has unveiled the report “Effective access to labour justice for all in the Republic of Moldova: challenges and solutions”. This report is poised to assist the Moldovan...