All news: migrant workers, social protection
Voices and insights on social protection and migration in the South Asia–Gulf corridor
Ageing migrant populations require new approaches to social protection
The first paper in the ILO STREAM Programme's Voices and Insights series examines how ageing among long-term migrant workers is exposing gaps in social protection across the migration corridor linking South Asia and Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)...
Sri Lanka moves to shield migrant workers from crises through enhanced social protection
National consultation calls for stronger, better-coordinated social protection systems in countries of origin and destination to protect migrant workers and their families before, during and after crises.
Moroccan trade unions launch a national campaign to promote the rights of migrant and refugees workers
The campaign, led by Morocco's most representative trade unions with the support of the ILO, aims to strengthen awareness of labour rights among migrant and refugees workers while promoting inclusive workplaces and social cohesion through social...
Report
Oman advances a new regional model for rights-based social protection
A new report by the ILO and Oman’s Social Protection Fund highlights how integrated, lifecycle-based social protection aligned with international labour standards can strengthen social justice and economic resilience.
IMRF stakeholders strengthen commitments to wage and social protection for migrant workers
A high-level dialogue at the International Migration Review Forum 2026 explored practical ways to include migrant workers in wage and social protection systems across the migration corridor between Africa, Asia and the Gulf, with the support of the...
Rethinking social protection across borders for migrant domestic workers
A research event organized by the ILO STREAM Programme presented new research and practical solutions to ensure that those who provide care across the South Asia–GCC corridor are themselves protected and cared for.
ILO calls for stronger social protection for all workers affected by climate change
A new ILO brief shows how countries can extend social protection to migrants, refugees and displaced people, helping to strengthen resilience and support a just transition.
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Social protection training on migrant workers and refugees delivered in Arabic for the first time ...
The ITC-ILO course “Extending Social Protection to Migrant Workers, Refugees and their Families” has been delivered fully in Arabic for the first time, expanding capacity-building opportunities for Arabic-speaking partners.
Addressing the impacts of extreme heat through social protection
International stakeholders at the Global Labour Market Conference (GLMC) in Riyadh explored how social protection can help protect workers, including migrant workers across the GCC-South Asia corridor, from the growing impacts of extreme heat.
Oman hosts the Gulf region’s first training workshop on monitoring and evaluating social protection systems
The training advances inclusive social protection in Oman, including for migrant workers, by strengthening monitoring and evaluation capacities for social protection systems.
South Asia–GCC migration corridor
ILO and Sri Lanka expand cooperation on social protection for migrant workers
Sri Lankan tripartite partners identified pathways for cooperation with the ILO STREAM Programme to extend social protection for migrant workers employed in the Gulf.
ILO and ECOWAS Reactivate Social Security Experts Committee to Expand Coverage Across West Africa
ECOWAS and ILO take decisive steps to strengthen social protection for migrant and informal workers, validating key frameworks and electing new leadership to drive regional action.
New ILO-GCC joint report
Report reviews the wage protection system in Gulf Cooperation Council countries
Joint ILO-Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) analysis highlights the extent of progress made in ensuring timely wage payments.
New ILO programme set to advance social protection for migrant workers across the South Asia–Gulf corridor
The official launch of the STREAM Programme at the Second World Summit for Social Development marks a new stage in strengthening social protection for migrant workers and their families across the South Asia–Gulf corridor.
Second World Summit for Social Development
World leaders renew commitments to social protection for migrant workers across the Gulf, South Asia and Africa
A landmark gathering at the Second World Summit for Social Development united policymakers and social partners from the three regions to advance joint action on extending social protection to millions of migrant workers.
South Asia–GCC migration corridor
Bangladesh and ILO join forces to strengthen social protection for migrant workers
Bangladeshi tripartite stakeholders and the ILO STREAM Programme pinpoint areas for collaboration to make social protection a reality for migrant workers at home and abroad.
Social protection
Migrant workers at the heart of Thai rubber sector equipped with labour rights and social protection knowledge
ILO, in collaboration with Thai and Japanese partners, advances responsible business conduct and social protection for migrant workers in Thailand’s rubber sector.
Malaysia charts next steps in widening social protection to foreign workers
With support from the European Union and ILO, Malaysia’s PERKESO aims to further expand social protection coverage, targeting hard-to-reach groups, including domestic workers and fishers.
Employment in Focus series
Beyond tourism: A policy framework for economic diversification and job creation in the Caribbean
The Caribbean faces persistent employment and economic challenges, due to its overreliance on tourism and demographic challenges. ILO Employment and labour market specialist, Abdelmalik Muhummed explores how National Employment Policies can support...
ILO and Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation reaffirm support for Oman’s inclusive social protection reforms
A high-level visit, set in the context of Oman’s recent social protection reforms, aimed to deepen cooperation on social protection and migration under the new STREAM programme.