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Second phase of PROSPECTS launched in Sudan, empowering host and forcibly displaced communities
The second phase of PROSPECTS aims to enhance education, economic inclusion, protection, and infrastructure, supporting refugees, displaced persons, and host communities in Sudan through sustainable development and resilience-building initiative.
ILO strengthens development of agricultural organizations and cooperatives in Kurdistan and Federal Iraq
From February 26 to 28, 2025 the ILO worked on strengthening agriculture and cooperative development in Kurdistan and Federal Iraq by enhancing governance, business planning, and economic sustainability.
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Solar energy gives power to youths and technical schools through ILO Project in Lebanon
An ongoing initiative provides hands-on training in renewable energy, creating job opportunities and sustainable solutions amid Lebanon’s ongoing crisis.
Engaging youth-led organizations
ILO supported Kulehe project to boost youth entrepreneurship and financial inclusion
The Kulehe project, launched in Addis Ababa, supports 120 youth from refugee and host communities with entrepreneurship training, financial inclusion, and business linkages, promoting decent employment through the ILO Youth-to-Youth Fund.
Strengthening cooperatives
How ILO PROSPECTS is strengthening livestock farming in Ethiopia’s Somali Region
The ILO's PROSPECTS Partnership enhances livestock farming in Ethiopia’s Somali region through innovative solutions, improving feed production, resilience, and economic opportunities for both refugees and host communities.
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Agricultural infrastructure revamp transforms Lebanon, one greenhouse at a time
ILO-run greenhouse upgrade project supports farmers in boosting productivity and securing livelihoods amid economic challenges.
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ILO boosts facilitation and communication skills to expand social security coverage across Jordan
Part of a multi-donor project, the initiative aims to improve social security awareness and engagement across Jordan’'s diverse and most vulnerable communities.
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Microfinance empowers farmers, youths and workers in Lebanon
By providing subsidized loans and training, the ILO supported over 1,550 Lebanese and Syrians, creating jobs and building resilience amid Lebanon's economic crisis.
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Empowering lives through skills: Sewing hope for displaced communities
The ILO trained Lebanese and Syrian participants, equipping them with job skills and producing essential winter supplies to foster resilience in the aftermath of conflict.
Financial inclusion
Aisha: an inclusive financial product brings hope for host and refugee entrepreneurs
ILO and Shabelle Bank's innovative "Aisha" program provides Sharia-compliant financial solutions and education to refugees and host communities in Ethiopia, empowering entrepreneurs and fostering sustainable livelihoods.
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Hotel management apprenticeship empowers refugee and host community youth in Uganda
Through the transformative apprenticeship program in Uganda, the ILO and its partners are empowering refugee and host community youth with hospitality skills, fostering employment, and addressing industry gaps through strategic partnerships and...
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Joint project transforms lives of refugee and host communities in Koshi Province
“A Systemic Approach to Strengthen Refugee and Host Community Livelihoods in Nepal” project, funded by UNHCR and implemented by ILO, enables refugees to transition from dependence to self-sufficiency through market-driven solutions.
ILO co-hosts dialogue on inclusive digital transformation in Ethiopia
Along with the Government of Ethiopia, the social dialogue event validated survey findings to improve Ethiopia's Digital Inclusion Strategy, emphasizing refugees’ access to technology.
Stakeholders agree to strengthen labour protection in Uganda’s growing digital economy
The third thematic session of the Community of Practice on Decent Work in the Digital Economy led by the ILO and FUE highlighted the need for adapting legal and regulatory frameworks to ensure decent work for digital workers.
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ILO and partners advance refugee inclusion in Ethiopia’s National Health Systems
Key stakeholders in Ethiopia convened a high-level dialogue to strengthen social health protection, discussing refugee inclusion in national health systems and expanding Community-Based Health Insurance to ensure equitable healthcare access for all.
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ILO and Jordan Cooperative Corporation partner to strengthen cooperatives and promote decent work in Jordan
New agreement focuses on training, governance, and digital tools to empower Jordan's cooperative sector.
ILO and Jordan set to strengthen labour market initiatives in the country
ILO Deputy Director-General Celeste Drake and Regional Director for Arab States Ruba Jaradat conducted an official visit to Jordan to strengthen decent work initiatives in the country.
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Strengthening Lebanon’s communities amid conflict: A holistic approach to education, training, and employment
Featuring testimonies from trainees and business owners, the project highlights real stories of resilience and career transformation amid Lebanon’s protracted crises.
Mombasa County hosts a sensitization workshop on extending social protection coverage to workers in the informal and rural economy,...
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How the ILO supports digital transformation of Uganda's Industrial Court
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