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The President of the Republic of Ghana reaffirms his commitment to passing a new Labour Act in Labour Day speech
His Excellency Nana Akufo-Addo, President of the Republic of Ghana

The President of the Republic of Ghana reaffirms his commitment to passing a new Labour Act in Labour Day speech

Role of trade unions in combating violence and harassment at workplace: a seminar in Uzbekistan

Role of trade unions in combating violence and harassment at workplace: a seminar in Uzbekistan

On 16-17 April 2024, the International Labour Organization (ILO) jointly with the Trade Union of Education and Science Workers of Uzbekistan conducted a seminar “Addressing violence and harassment in the world of work: Increasing the attractiveness...

Discussion provides valuable insights for improving labour rights compliance in Armenia
Discussion provides valuable insights for improving labour rights compliance in Armenia_1

Discussion provides valuable insights for improving labour rights compliance in Armenia

On April 11, the capital of Armenia hosted a presentation of the research entitled “Assessing the effectiveness of the existing tools and exploring possibilities of potential tools for achieving higher level compliance with the ILS and labour...

Norwegian Ambassador visits Jordanian NGO to witness the positive impact of Estidama++ program on workers and employers
A panel of speakers make a circle-shaped group for a discussion, in Jordan

Norwegian Ambassador visits Jordanian NGO to witness the positive impact of Estidama++ program on workers and employers

Estidama++ supports SMEs in Jordan to strengthen access to social protection rights

Guyana Ministry of Labour hosts sensitization sessions on workplace legislation
Minister of Labour, Guyana, the Honourable Joseph Hamilton

Guyana Ministry of Labour hosts sensitization sessions on workplace legislation

Initiative will contribute to preparations for next DWCP.

Decent Work Country Programme in Iraq: Recovery and Reform- Q&A Blog
An iraqi woman sitting as she listens a discussion

Decent Work Country Programme in Iraq: Recovery and Reform- Q&A Blog

ILO and Qatar sign new 4-year programme to advance labour reforms
Qatar's Minister of Labour and ILO Director-General

Development cooperation

ILO and Qatar sign new 4-year programme to advance labour reforms

The new 4-year programme aims to consolidate the efforts of previous years and strengthen labour market policies and institutions in Qatar.

Kenyan Judges Trained on the International Labour Standards
Participants during the Training of Kenyan Judges on the International Labour Standards Opening Ceremony

Kenyan Judges Trained on the International Labour Standards

Kenyan judges were trained in International Labour Standards by the International Labour Organization (ILO), the International Training Centre of the ILO (ITCILO), and the ILO Labour Law and Reform Unit (LABOURLAW), collaborating with the Kenya...

New report on platform economy marks first step towards considering a new international labour standard

Platform economy

New report on platform economy marks first step towards considering a new international labour standard

A new ILO study marks a step forward towards creating a new international labour standard to support decent work in the platform economy.

Suriname strengthens the application of labour laws through tripartite efforts
Group photo of workshop participants in Suriname

Suriname strengthens the application of labour laws through tripartite efforts

ILO support includes technical expertise as well as international and comparative insights and information.

Fiji takes critical step to reform the country’s Labour Laws in line with ILO standards

Labour law

Fiji takes critical step to reform the country’s Labour Laws in line with ILO standards

Fiji Parliament passes Employment Relations (Amendment) Bill 2023 to redefine essential services and increase time given to employees to file grievances.

Guidelines for Internal Grievance Handling to Strengthen Labour Rights in Armenia

Guidelines for Internal Grievance Handling to Strengthen Labour Rights in Armenia

A presentation and discussion on alternative mechanisms for individual grievance handling procedures were held at the UN House Armenia. The application of the procedures will help to strengthen labour rights and promote a fair and transparent work...

Kyrgyz parliament calls for ratification of ILO convention on violence and harassment at work

ILO Convention C190

Kyrgyz parliament calls for ratification of ILO convention on violence and harassment at work

In cooperation with the International Labour Organization (ILO), the Parliament Council on the Rights of Women, Children and Gender Equality of the Kyrgyz Republic organized an ad-hoc meeting to mark the launch of 16 Days of Activism Against...

Promoting Implementation of Labour Rights in Armenia Together:progress of the project discussed

Promoting Implementation of Labour Rights in Armenia Together:progress of the project discussed

Yerevan, November 17, 2023 — А meeting of the Project Advisory Committee (PAC) for the "Promoting Implementation of Labour Rights in Armenia Together" initiative, held on November 16, showcased achievements and advancements made by the project.

Upskilling mediation and arbitration professional in Greece

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Upskilling mediation and arbitration professional in Greece

Pacific Island officials empowered to support labour law reform

Labour law

Pacific Island officials empowered to support labour law reform

Training supported by Australia helps strengthen capacity to ensure national legislation complies with international labour standards.

Training-of-trainers course for labour inspectors in Armenia

Training-of-trainers course for labour inspectors in Armenia

Tsakhkadzor, Armenia - November 8-9, 2023 – The final phase of the Training-of-Trainers (ToT) course for labour inspectors of the Health and Labour Inspection Body (HLIB) of the Republic of Armenia was held on 8-9 November 2023.

ILO And Government of Tanzania Launch The Cotton With Decent Work Project In Tanzania During The 2023 Annual Labour Conference In Tanzania

ILO And Government of Tanzania Launch The Cotton With Decent Work Project In Tanzania During The 2023 Annual Labour Conference In Tanzania

The International Labour Organization (ILO) and the Government of the United Republic of Tanzania have launched the Cotton with Decent Work project in Tanzania during the 2023 Annual Labour Conference in Tanzania that was held on 21st October 2023

Improving national system of labour inspection high on the agenda in Tajikistan

Improving national system of labour inspection high on the agenda in Tajikistan

On 17 October 20236 the city of Dushanbe hosted a roundtable to discuss a one-week technical study visit of Tajikistan’s policy decision-makers to Romanian’s labour inspectorate held (24-30 September 2023).

ILO and MoLSS initiate a new EU project to strengthen labour inspection and guidance services

ILO and MoLSS initiate a new EU project to strengthen labour inspection and guidance services

The objective of the project is to improve workplace compliance with International Labour Standards and contribute to the creation of a more decent work environment.