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2024 Labour Overview

Progress in the labour market in Latin America and the Caribbean remains insufficient

Despite some progress, a new ILO report highlights that labour informality, gender gaps, and access to formal employment for the youth remain key barriers to a more equitable labour market in Latin America and the Caribbean.

Workers and employers submit recommendations for social protection against unemployment, sickness and disability

A joint effort to discuss recommendations on the feasibility and relevance of unemployment, sickness and disability benefits in the socio-economic context of Angola.

Strengthening employers' capacity on environmental, social and governance issues in Tokyo

ILO and Al-Quds University pledge to empower Palestinian youth through innovative cooperative models

The ILO and Al-Quds University signed an agreement to empower young Palestinian women and men with the skills, knowledge and resources they need to build and sustain cooperatives, with funding from Italy.

ILO and Spain conclude project to enhance market access for Palestinian agricultural cooperatives

The project’s closing ceremony showcased how strengthening agricultural cooperatives in the West Bank – by improving their marketing infrastructure, skills and digital capabilities – increases their capacity to create sustainable jobs and drive...

Dar El Ain: a solidarity initiative supporting women and ecotourism in northern Tunisia

In the heart of Tunisia's Kroumirie region lies Dar El Ain, a pioneering social enterprise blending ecotourism with social empowerment. Founded in 2017, the initiative offers immersive outdoor experiences while driving positive change in local...

ILO Director-General calls for inclusive labour market reform amid global challenges

At the second Global Labour Market Conference, ILO Director-General Gilbert F. Houngbo highlights the urgent need for collective action to tackle decent work deficits and foster equitable opportunities worldwide.

ILO and EESC join forces to shape a fair and inclusive AI-driven future at high-level conference

Artificial Intelligence is transforming the world of work at an unprecedented pace, bringing both opportunities and challenges for workers, businesses and policymakers.

Press release

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.

Enterprise development

New programme to close digital gap for 15,000 small businesses

The United Nations in the Philippines launched a new joint programme to bridge the digital divide and boost the competitiveness of enterprises through improved connectivity and support from UN agencies, including the ILO and government partners.

Story

A Just Transition in the Making: The story behind East Kalimantan’s new Regional Consultation Forum

In coal-reliant East Kalimantan, a new advisory forum has been set up to support just transition processes and economic transformation in the province. We followed several people who were involved in establishing the new forum to find out how they...

Groundbreaking initiative explores innovating the Desert Economy

Empowering stakeholders and forging multi stakeholders’ partnerships to transform deserts into sustainable hubs for growth.

Interview

Minister AlRajhi: increased Saudi-ILO cooperation fosters decent work, social justice and inclusive development

In an interview with the ILO, Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Human Resources and Social Development H.E. Ahmad bin Sulaiman AlRajhi discusses the Kingdom's vision for its labour market and its joint development programme with the ILO.

Video interview

Why Peak-Level Social Dialogue is key to advance decent work?

The ILO launched recently a flagship report on peak-level social dialogue for economic development and social progress. In this interview, Vera Paquete-Perdigao shares the key findings of this report and explains how can trade unions use effectively...

Barbados validates its Decent Work Country Programme Diagnostic

Process ensures constituents are well-informed to develop new strategic framework.

Labour migration

Ship to Shore Rights South East Asia Programme advances labour rights for migrant fishers and seafood processing workers

European Union-funded initiative concludes its second phase, delivering significant progress towards decent work in the blue economy.

New initiative launched to promote responsible business conduct and decent work in Lao People's Democratic Republic

ILO and Japan collaborate to strengthen decent work and responsible business practices in Lao People's Democratic Republic, driving inclusive and sustainable economic growth.

ILO discusses maternity benefits and implications for labour markets in the Arab Gulf countries

Oman hosts workshop to review maternity protection policies and explore improvement opportunities in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries.

Social protection

ILO, China and EU convene to set 2025 agenda for advancing universal social protection in China

Start and Improve Your Business - Success Stories 2024

A young Azerbaijani turns an inherited land into an agrotourism centre

Togrul Huseynli, a history graduate from Goygol, Azerbaijan, turned his family land into Sevgi Kampı, an agrotourism site. With Start and Improve Your Business (SIYB) training, he gained business skills to offer visitors a peaceful nature escape...