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Skills and rural employment

Lao People’s Democratic Republic validates new soft skills curriculum to boost rural employability

ILO’s Rural Employment Promotion (REP) project supports efforts by the Government of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic to promote youth employability and workforce readiness through innovative and responsive training models.

Skills and employability

New initiative to boost green and digital skills in ASEAN construction sector

Focused on the Philippines and Thailand, the new ILO initiative with the Government of the Republic of Korea, will deliver green and digital skills training to young people, supporting a sustainable transition in ASEAN’s construction sector.

Press release

Vocational training centre in Ethiopia boosts jobs for refugees and hosts

With support from the Netherlands, the ILO and its partners have inaugurated a Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) centre in Kebribeyah, Ethiopia, enhancing skills, employment opportunities, and economic inclusion for refugees and...

Press release

ILO PROSPECTS programme launches Digital Innovation Hub in refugee-hosting Jigjiga

The ILO, in partnership with the Somali Regional State and the Netherlands, has opened a Digital Innovation Hub in Jigjiga, Ethiopia. Part of the PROSPECTS programme, the hub offers co-working spaces, free internet, and digital skills training to...

Youth Employment Promotion Project (YEPP) in Mongolia

ILO’s SCORE Programme Launches in Mongolia’s cashmere sector

Youth employment

ILO and Italian Development Cooperation join forces to boost youth employment in Kosovo’s hospitality sector

The International Labour Organization (ILO), with the financial contribution of the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation/Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, launched a new development cooperation initiative aimed...

Media advisory

ILO and Korea partner to advance digital, green skills for ASEAN youth

The ILO and the Government of the Republic of Korea have partnered to launch a new project aimed at promoting environmental sustainability and enhancing the workforce skills of young people to meet the evolving demands the construction sector.

With the ILO on a clear learning path: Julián Arango and his dream of changing the world through systems engineering and technology

At just 16, thanks to the technical training provided by the SENATIC project supported by the ILO, he has discovered a vocation that fills him with hope for the future.

Returned Migrants Celebrate Graduation in Kampala After Intensive Skills and Business Training

Celebrating the achievements of 311 returned migrants (268 women and 43 men) who successfully completed a rigorous training programme designed to equip them with the tools and knowledge to rebuild their lives through entrepreneurship in Uganda.

“With the ILO, I’m designing my future”: Aris Gisela and her journey from technology to the world of fashion

From Quibdó, Chocó, 16 year old Afro Colombian student Aris Gisela Martínez Palacio is in her final year of secondary school while combining her passion for fashion design with the tools provided by technology through the SENATIC Project led by the...

ILO/China Partnership Programme on skills

ILO/China Partnership strengthens Cambodia’s future-ready workforce

South-South Cooperation under the ILO/China Partnership Programme took centre stage during Cambodia’s 8th National TVET Day 2025, as the country showcased its commitment to building a future-ready workforce through international partnerships.

ILO and Digital Cooperation Organization forge partnership to advance inclusive and sustainable digital economies

The ILO and DCO sign a strategic agreement to address the impact of digital transformation on global labour markets. The partnership aims to promote decent work through digital skills, inclusive policies and support for youth, women and vulnerable...

The ILO successfully organized a study visit by the Chinese delegation to Singapore on skills development and lifelong learning

From 26 to 30 May 2025, the ILO Quality Apprenticeship and Lifelong Learning in China Project Phase 2 successfully organized a study visit by a Chinese delegation to Singapore on apprenticeship and lifelong skills development. 11 Chinese delegates...

Youth Employment

Supporting career pathways for young people in Viet Nam’s green economy

Young people are central to Viet Nam’s green transition. With adequate guidance, training, and other labour market support, they can access green jobs and help shape a more environmentally sustainable economy and society.

PROSPECTS Impact

With ILO’s assistance young entrepreneurs wash away unemployment challenges

With financial and technical support from the ILO and youth-led organizations in Ethiopia, two young entrepreneurs launched their own car wash business, defying the challenges in accessing jobs and higher education.

Start and Improve Your Business (SIYB)

The Start and Improve Your Business programme making waves with young entrepreneurs in Zimbabwe

The Business Growth for Young Entrepreneurs (BG4YE) project aims to improve economic and employment opportunities for youth and women through sustainable enterprises and enhanced on-the-job skills development. This is happening under a partnership...

ILO Director-General’s visit to Cabo Verde: Renewed momentum for social justice and tripartite dialogue

ILO Director-General Gilbert F. Houngbo strengthens cooperation on decent work, youth and social dialogue during his mission.

Child labour

Strengthening youth employment to combat child labour

The ILO’s ACCEL Africa project is supporting efforts to eliminate child labour by expanding youth training and employment opportunities in Côte d’Ivoire. The initiative targets vulnerable communities in cocoa- and gold-producing areas, aiming to...

Partnership for sustainable development

ECA and ILO forge partnership to promote social justice and inclusive economic growth in Africa

The United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) and ILO have signed a groundbreaking MoU to advance social justice and inclusive economic growth across Africa. The partnership will focus on job creation, youth and women’s empowerment, social...

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...