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ILO champions youth employment at Sanaa festival 2026

The International Labour Organization (ILO) participated in the Sanaa Festival 2026, a dynamic platform that brought together young people, artists, entrepreneurs, investors, financial institutions, and policymakers to explore opportunities for...

Migrant Workers Gain a Voice in South Sudan's Trade Union Movement

Thousands of migrant workers in South Sudan build homes, staff hotels, and trade in local markets. Most have no union to turn to. That is starting to change.

Productivity ecosystems for decent work

Viet Nam strengthens capacity of SME support organizations to drive productivity and decent work through digital and green transformation

A series of five training courses strengthened the capacity of SME support organizations in northern Viet Nam to help enterprises improve productivity through digital and green transformation while promoting decent work.

South Sudan Journalists Strengthened their Capacities to Report on Labour Migration with Depth and Accuracy

Labour migration in South Sudan is under-reported, often misunderstood, and rarely told from the perspective of the migrant workers themselves. A media roundtable in Juba aimed to change the starting point.

Malaysian trade unions strengthen inclusive organizing for women and migrant workers

Efforts are underway among trade unions in Malaysia to build more representative unions and improve their ability to address the needs and challenges faced by workers, including women and migrant workers.

ILO calls for stronger social protection for a changing world of work

A new ILO report calls on Member States to reinforce social protection systems in response to evolving labour markets. Drawing on country experiences, it offers policy recommendations to ensure that all workers — across all types of employment — are...

South Sudan Employers Validate Roadmap for Fairer Labour Market

South Sudan's employers have a new five-year plan. This time, labour migration and worker protection are at the centre of it.

News

Yukiko Arai appointed Director of the ILO Office for the Southern Cone of Latin America

As of 1 April 2026, Yukiko Arai has taken up her functions as Director of the ILO Office for the Southern Cone of Latin America, where she will lead efforts to promote decent work and social dialogue in the region.

Impact story

Social protection services reach informal workers in Changamwe, Kenya

In Mombasa, a social protection fair is helping informal economy workers access essential services, demonstrating how outreach initiatives can improve coverage and inclusion.

Just transition

Timor-Leste strengthens social dialogue on climate change and Just Transition

The ILO supports Timor-Leste to strengthening its tripartite engagement on climate change and labour issues.

Employers and Business membership organizations - capacity building

Positioning Lao Business for Least Developed Country Graduation

ILO and Lao National Chamber of Commerce and Industry holds a planning meeting on positioning Lao Business for Least Developed Country (LDC) Graduation.

ILO and UNHCR formalize cooperation in Türkiye to advance decent work and economic inclusion

This partnership marks an important step in reinforcing joint efforts to expand access to decent work and sustainable livelihoods for refugees and host communities in Türkiye.

Digital wages

From cash to digital: Social partners drive wage digitization for SMEs in Indonesia

The ILO Global Centre on Digital Wages for Decent Work has supported Indonesian partners in advancing responsible digital wage payments for SMEs.

Impact story

From invasive species to opportunity: ILO supports jobs and land restoration in Kenya

This video highlights how the ILO’s PROSPECTS programme, in partnership with the Kenya Forestry Research Institute (KEFRI) and Turkana County Government, is transforming a major environmental challenge into an opportunity for decent work and...

Social Security (Minimum Standards) Convention, 1952 (No. 102)

ILO Global campaign on the ratification of Convention No. 102 gains momentum

As the ILO Global Campaign enters its final year, countries continue to advance toward the goal of 70 ratifications of the Social Security (Minimum Standards) Convention, 1952 (No. 102), reinforcing global commitment to rights-based social...

THAMM Plus

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.

Zambia advances preparations to join UN Global Accelerator on Jobs and Social Protection as a pathfinder

Zambia is stepping up preparations to join the UN Global Accelerator on Jobs and Social Protection, with efforts focused on boosting youth employment, strengthening skills development, and aligning priorities with the upcoming Ninth National...

Social Security (Minimum Standards) Convention, 1952 (No. 102)

Armenia evaluates pathways regarding ILO Convention No. 102

Armenia deepens engagement with ILO Convention No. 102 through consultations, a tripartite workshop and strengthened dialogue.

ILO News

The Bahamas marks 50 years with the ILO: advancing decent work and social justice for all

From celebrating a half-century of membership in the International Labour Organisation (ILO) to advancing new labour reforms, the Bahamas is strengthening tripartite dialogue to chart its next chapter in decent work.

Media advisory

ILO Director General to strengthen partnerships for decent work in the Sahel

The Director-General of the ILO, Gilbert F. Houngbo, is embarking on a mission to the countries of the Alliance of Sahel States (AES) from 5 to 15 April 2026. The aim is to strengthen partnerships to promote decent work, a cornerstone of stability...