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ILO concludes violence and harassment training for stakeholders in Jordan, Palestine, Egypt

Participants propose recommendations for violence and harassment prevention in the world of work

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New guidelines for ethical reporting on labour market issues in the Arab region

The guidelines aim to provide support to journalists at all levels who wish to cover the world of work in a fair and equitable manner.

UNICEF and ILO in partnership with the European Union launch a new national disability allowance to provide cash support to people with...

Social protection

ILO releases first-ever dedicated report on social protection in the Arab States region

The report explores how the COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated gaps in the region’s social protection, while also providing opportunities for sharp improvement.

Cooperative development

A Vehicle of Entrepreneurship for Palestinian Local Economic Development

The ILO, the Italian Agency for International Development (AICS) and the Cooperative Works Agency (CWA) launch the Cooperative Support Programme “Be the Impact” in the Occupied Palestinian Territory.

Women’s Fashion from Remote Egypt to the World

Dina Emad, Boho Designs – Egypt

Africa-Arab States Tripartite Interregional Meeting on Labour Migration: Opportunities for exchange and future dialogue

From 15-16 November 2021, the African Union Commission (AUC) and the International Labour Organization (ILO) hosted the virtual Africa-Arab States Tripartite Interregional Meeting on Labour Migration.

Africa-Arab States Tripartite Interregional Meeting on Labour Migration: Opportunities for exchange and future dialogue

From 15-16 November 2021, the African Union Commission (AUC) and the International Labour Organization (ILO) hosted the virtual Africa-Arab States Tripartite Interregional Meeting on Labour Migration.

Africa-Arab States Tripartite Interregional Meeting on Labour Migration: Opportunities for exchange and future dialogue

From 15-16 November 2021, the African Union Commission (AUC) and the International Labour Organization (ILO) hosted the virtual Africa-Arab States Tripartite Interregional Meeting on Labour Migration.

Increasing collaboration and quality in Lebanon’s TVET sector

The ILO is supporting School Advisory Boards in Lebanon through capacity building initiative for their members to improve the quality and relevance of technical and vocational education and training (TVET) in the country.

Fostering entrepreneurship in Lebanon’s TVET sector

The ILO, with contributions from the Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation, is building capacity of TVET teachers through a number of workshops to mainstream entrepreneurship education at technical schools in Lebanon and equip youth with the...

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Better Work Jordan Creates a Lifeline for Quarantined Migrant Workers

During the initial period of Covid-19 pandemic, migrant workers were stuck in the employer-provided dormitories. The joint team of trade union organizers and BWJ team reached out to workers during the lockdown, hearing their concerns.

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Better Work Jordan talks new strategy with trade union president

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From receptionist to union organizer : Maya Aktar’s dream of empowerment comes true in Jordan

Enhancing the organizational structure and communication between the union board and migrant workers have been one of the key objectives of this project. In this regard, the union hired union organizers from the workers’ countries of origin. The...

The ILO holds launch event for its project on the development of cooperatives in the Occupied Palestinian Territory (OPT)

The launch will take place on November 24, 2021 to highlight the project activities and to improve coordination and communication between partners.

The ILO undertakes activities supporting the development of cooperatives in the Occupied Palestinian Territory (OPT)

A Cooperative Support Programme (CSP) in the OPT is launched with support from the Italian Government

COVID-19: ILO Monitor – 8th edition

ILO: Employment impact of the pandemic worse than expected

Ahead of the G20 Leaders’ Summit, ILO warns on stalled global labour market recovery and significant disparities between advanced and developing economies.

Skills Academy Lebanon completes training series for TVET practitioners and stakeholders

With support from the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation, UNICEF and the Kingdom of the Netherlands, key TVET stakeholders and partners in Lebanon have recently completed online training package under Skills Academy Lebanon organized by ILO...

Skills and lifelong learning

ILO and Swiss Federal University for Vocational Education and Training (SFUVET) sign an agreement to promote skills and lifelong learning

The Letter of Understanding between the two organizations aims to promote skills and lifelong learning for all workers throughout their working lives.

Decent work

Gender discrimination, wage inequality challenge women in Jordan

Unequal pay is a stubborn and universal problem. Across all regions, women are paid less than men, with the gender pay gap estimated at 23% globally. This report shows how women in Jordan’s workforce struggle with pay discrimination.