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Inter-Regional Dialogue Between Africa and Arab States Strengthens Collaboration on Migrant Worker Protection

An inter-regional dialogue in Abuja brought together African and Arab State partners to strengthen collaboration on migrant worker protection, review progress under ATUMNET, and set priorities for more worker-centred labour migration governance.

ILO urges inclusive social protection for climate resilience at regional seminar

The ILO urged Caribbean governments to integrate climate risk into social protection systems to better protect vulnerable rural workers affected by climate change.

ILO promotes industrial engineering as catalyst for productivity improvements in factories

The International Labour Organization (ILO) is collaborating with the Association of Ghana Apparel Manufacturers (AGAM) to support the creation of industrial engineering departments in garment factories. This initiative is one of the strategies to...

Malawi unveils new social protection policy to uplift the vulnerable

For many years, Malawi’s social protection system has focused mainly on helping the ultra-poor through basic assistance programmes. However, many people —especially those working outside the formal job market— have been left without support.

Disability Inclusion at Workplace

ILO and partners empower stakeholders on inclusive Workplaces in Kisumu

How can the 5% employment reservation as per the Kenya Persons with Disabilities Act of 2025 for persons with disabilities translate into real opportunities? The ILO and its partners recently convened stakeholders in Kisumu to bridge policy with...

Cherry producers in Lebanon prepare for EU export markets through ILO-supported training

Awareness sessions help farmers and agricultural SMEs understand compliance protocols, strengthen value chain collaboration, and build capacity for certification.

UNTFSSE

United Nations Task Force on Social and Solidarity Economy explores strategic alignment and sustainability amid global challenges

The 52nd meeting of the United Nations Inter-Agency Task Force on the Social and Solidarity Economy (UNTFSSE) was held virtually on 13 May 2025, bringing together over 40 participants from more than 20 organizations to reflect on strategic...

Skills Development

Enhanced approach to work-based learning promotes skills development and decent work in Thailand’s automotive industry

Thailand’s Dual Vocational Training system enhanced in line with ILO standards on apprenticeships, with training developed to equip enterprises in the automotive industry to provide quality on-the-job training.

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...

15 years of SCORE: A milestone in enterprise development and decent work

To mark 15 years of the SCORE Programme, the ILO hosted a special event bringing together SCORE donors and partners to celebrate achievements and share their journeys. Since its inception in 2010, SCORE has helped small and medium enterprises (SMEs)...

ILO and Partners Unveil €60 Million Investment in Nigeria’s Social Protection and Health Systems

To enhance social protection, health access, and resilience-building, the International Labour Organization (ILO), United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), and the Danish Refugee Council (DRC), with funding...

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...

Transforming South Africa's clothing sector: SCORE training empowers SMEs

Managers and workers from SMEs shared their transformative experiences with the ILO SCORE programme at two knowledge sharing workshops in Gauteng and Cape Town.

Tripartism and social dialogue

Azerbaijan moves toward strengthened social dialogue with ILO support

Through a focused seminar and institutional review, tripartite constituents laid the foundation for a strategic action plan to enhance social dialogue and the role of the Tripartite Commission.

Social Dialogue

Cambodia steps up labour dispute resolution efforts

In collaboration with the ILO-Korea Partnership Programme, Cambodia drives social dialogue, capacity building, and sustainable industrial relations.

Development cooperation

Qatar supports ILO with USD 2 million in flexible funding for decent work

Agreement strengthens ILO’s global efforts to advance decent work in crisis and development contexts.

ILO introduces the Self-Assessment Method for Social Dialogue Institutions (SAM-SDI) in Indonesia

A two-day workshop empowers Indonesia’s National and District Tripartite Councils with tools for improving the inclusiveness and effectiveness of their social dialogue institutions.

Strengthening the Financial Sector's Capacity to Support Green Growth and Decent Jobs in Iraq

The ILO, with support from Italy and in partnership with ITCILO and CBI, Delivers Green Finance Training to Promote Inclusive, Sustainable Employment Opportunities

UN calls for faster action on child labour as world misses goal of ending the practice by 2025

Delayed action on child labour threatens global Sustainable Development Goals.

Labour Standards

ILO and Tanzanian Judiciary deepen partnership to strengthen Labour Justice System

ILO partnered with Tanzania’s Judiciary for a two-day training to boost judicial leadership and advance fair, efficient labour justice.