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Spotlight Interviews with Co-operators

Interview with Víctor Meseguer Sánchez, Deputy Director General of Abacus Cooperative

“Spotlight Interviews with Co-operators” is a series of interviews with co-operators from around the world with whom ILO officials have crossed paths during the course of their work on cooperatives and the wider social and solidarity economy (SSE)....

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Asia-Pacific advances Just Energy Transition: Community of Practice drives coal phase-out and promotes labour and social solutions

As the Asia-Pacific region accelerates its shift towards greener energy, skill development, social protection, and social dialogue emerge as critical drivers of a Just Energy Transition—one that ensures no one is left behind.

55 million more people now enjoy better social protection, compared to 2021

Development partners celebrate major improvements in coverage, adequacy and comprehensiveness of social protection at the annual meeting of the ILO’s Global Flagship Programme on Building Social Protection Floors for All.

UNTFSSE welcomes African Union and Social Enterprise World Forum

The 51st regular meeting of the United Nations Inter-Agency Task Force on Social and Solidarity Economy (UNTFSSE) marked significant milestones in expanding global reach and fostering collaboration. With the inclusion of the African Union as member...

The ILO renews its cooperation agreement with the Association Internationale des Conseils économiques et sociaux et institutions similaires

The renewal commits the two partners to work together to advance decent work through institutions for the next six years.

Technical Working Groups on Cooperative and Social and Solidarity Economy (SSE) Statistics launched

The ILO launched two Technical Working Groups on statistics of cooperatives and the broader Social and Solidarity Economy (SSE). This is part of a wider collaborative initiative that aims to improve the visibility and impact of these entities,...

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Labour rights as human rights: A step forward in strengthening labour rights protection in Nepal

The ILO Nepal and the National Human Rights Commission of Nepal (NHRCN) have agreed to collaborate in promoting fundamental labour rights in Nepal. The five-year partnership aims to strengthen labour rights through fair employment, migrant worker...

Employment in Focus series

Decent work in the Pacific: The role of policy-driven solutions

The Pacific faces enormous employment challenges. Christian Viegelahn, ILO’s Employment Specialist for the Pacific Island countries, explains how National Employment Policies (NEPs) can create decent jobs and positively impact the region's economies.

EMPLOYMENT Podcast: Global challenges – Global solutions

From data to action: How Employment Impact Assessments inform policy for inclusive job creation

In a world where job creation and economic growth are key priorities, Employment Impact Assessments are becoming essential tools for shaping effective policies that drive lasting change. Our latest podcast features ILO experts Juan Chacaltana and...

The CLEAR Supply Chains project was present at CAFEXPO Honduras 2025

CAFEXPO, the first national coffee event in Honduras, held on March 21 and 22 in San Pedro Sula, featured the participation of key coffee sector actors.

Women’s entrepreneurship development opens pathways for decent work for circular migrant workers in Morocco

ILO WAFIRA project’s closing ceremony in Rabat brought together women entrepreneurs and partners to celebrate economic empowerment of rural migrant women. With a successful first phase, plans are underway to expand the project’s approach across...

Nigeria moves to support the expansion of social protection for vulnerable communities at risk of child labour

Nigeria is stepping up action to protect vulnerable households through updated Social Registers, health insurance, and cash transfers in Ondo and Osun States. A strategic meeting organized by the ILO's ACCEL Africa project set the path for expanding...

World Consumer Rights Day event highlights the role of social and solidarity economy entities

ILO delivered opening remarks at a session titled “Community Action at the Heart of Sustainable Lifestyles” on the last day of the Sustainable Lifestyles Summit 2025 organized by Consumers International.

Testimony

Breaking barriers through green employment in Jordan

The inspiring journeys of Samah, Tahani, and Najwa demonstrate how green employment can provide individuals with the tools to improve their lives and contribute to society.

From unemployment to agricultural entrepreneurship in Jordan

Omar's story of how determination and support from the Employment-Intensive Investment Programme transformed him from an unemployed graduate into a thriving entrepreneur, impacting his community through sustainable agriculture and beekeeping.

Modernization of the INSS: Workshop Boosts Improvement of Social Security in Angola

The workshop was structured based on an innovative approach, using methodologies such as "Design Thinking" and "Service Design" to redesign priority services, including Proof of Life, Employee Registration and Debt Management.

Strengthening social protection in South Africa, collaborative effort

Lao People’s Democratic Republic advances occupational safety and health standards

New draft ministerial decision on OSH standards for heat, lighting and noise reviewed, reinforcing efforts to enhance workplace safety and responsible business practices.

ILO/China Partnership Programme on skills

ILO/China Partnership Programme to prioritize skills development in Lao People’s Democratic Republic for 2025

Stakeholders emphasize public-private partnerships, quality apprenticeships, and education-industry alignment to advance decent work opportunities.

Pakistan ratifies three International Labour Standards

President Asif Ali Zardari has approved Pakistan’s ratification of three key ILO instruments to strengthen workers' rights, combat forced labour, enhance seafarers' protections and improve labour data collection.