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Indonesia endorses National Roadmap for Global Accelerator on Jobs and Social Protection for Just Transitions

The Government of Indonesia joins forces with the United Nations in Indonesia to combating poverty, narrowing social disparities and boosting labour productivity and inclusive economic growth.

ILO empowers cocoa farmers in Bibiani to tackle climate change and child labour through Biochar innovation

ILO’s CLIMATE Cocoa project trained 48 Ghanaian farmers in biochar production to boost climate resilience and reduce child labour.

Just Transition

Asia-Pacific trade unions unite for a just transition to green and decent work

Union leaders from across the region pledge stronger collaborations to address climate impacts, build workplace resilience and drive towards green jobs.

World Youth Skills Day

No time to wait: Bangladesh must upskill its youth today

This Op-Ed by Pedro Jr Bellen, Officer-In-Charge in ILO Bangladesh was published by The Business Standard, one of the leading English newspapers in Bangladesh on 15 July 2025 to mark the World Youth Skills Day.

Labour migration

ILO report calls for fair recruitment to support climate-resilient mobility in the Pacific

Urgent policy reforms needed to ensure labour mobility and planned relocation protect workers’ rights, promote resilience, and support sustainable development amid escalating climate challenges.

Just transition

ILO workshop advances Jamaica’s path to a just transition

The ILO and the Ministry of Labour and Social Security host workshop to explore the social impacts of climate policies and advance Jamaica’s just transition agenda. The session brought together key stakeholders to align climate action with decent...

ILO Partnership with NECA Delivers Green Skills and Sustainability Workshop to MSMEs in Nigeria

In recognition of the urgent global and national need to transition towards a sustainable, low-carbon economy, the Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA), in collaboration with the International Labour Organization (ILO), convened a...

Just transition

Jamaica charts a greener path with new National Green Economic Growth Model

The model estimates that a green transition could generate close to 8,000 new jobs and increase GDP, while building climate resilience and reducing reliance on fossil fuels. It provides evidence-based guidance to align sustainable development with...

Social protection

Chinese tripartite delegation explores social protection policy exchange with Poland and Germany to promote a just transition in the coal...

With support from the International Labour Organization (ILO), a Chinese tripartite delegation completed a five-day study visit to Poland and Germany (23–27 June 2025) to strengthen international exchange on social protection and promote a just...

Skills development

South Africa Advances Just Transition with Skills for Green Jobs

Inclusive Social Dialogue Sessions in South Africa’s Eastern Cape and Mpumalanga provinces are helping shape skills development strategies to support a just transition to a low-carbon, climate-resilient economy.

Article

Building resilience, empowering communities: 20th ILO Regional Seminar champions employment-intensive development

The conference gathered over 2,000 participants to explore inclusive, sustainable infrastructure and job creation, showcasing country experiences and helping build political momentum.

Joint Press Release

Stakeholders urged to rethink labour migration, gender and climate change through a business and human right lens

As the interlinkages between climate change, labour migration, gender equality and corporate accountability become increasingly urgent and complex, Nepal has taken proactive steps to address these challenges through an inclusive and cross-sectoral...

Press release

The Ministry of Tourism partners with the ILO to promote the green transition in tourism for MSMEs in Indonesia

The Ministry of Tourism, in partnership with the ILO, support the Indonesian government's efforts to transition toward a greener, circular, resilient, inclusive and job-rich economy.

Climate change

Jamaican trade union leaders step up for climate justice

The session kicks off a series of activities that will run through 2026, all aimed at strengthening trade union engagement in climate policy.

ILO-Brussels stresses the role of ALMPs anchored in rights and based on social dialogue

As profound changes sweep the world of work, national Active Labour Market Policies (ALMPs) have never been more relevant. The ILO’s role as a global partner in building inclusive, responsive, and future-oriented labour market systems is more vital...

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.

Just Transition

Towards a just transition: Shaping Nepal’s green and inclusive future

Nepal is striving for a Just Transition to a green and inclusive economy amid escalating climate challenges such as floods, droughts, and glacial melt. This approach provides a vital pathway to sustainable growth by promoting decent jobs, social...

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.

German Development Bank and ILO highlight community impact in northern Lebanon

From municipal rehabilitation to sustainable land use, a joint field visit showcases how employment-intensive infrastructure projects are improving livelihoods and promoting sustainable development.

Just transition

Pacific trade unions unite to tackle climate crisis and safeguard workers’ futures

Union leaders from across the Pacific meet to discuss stronger collaboration on climate action, green jobs and just transition policies to safeguard workers and vulnerable communities.