All publications: employment + employment policy + employment security + unemployment
ILO Working Paper 147
Returns to education in heterogenous labour markets: The case of Peru
This paper examines the private returns to education in the context of heterogeneous labour markets, using Peru as a case study. While education is widely considered a key driver of individual earnings and economic growth, its actual returns may be...
WSSD2 Brief
Accelerating the transition to formality for decent work and social justice
This brief explores the widespread challenge of informality in the world of work and its impact on rights, productivity, and social justice. It highlights the need for integrated strategies and strong partnerships to support a sustainable transition...
Jordan annual report 2024
Narrative recap of the development cooperation implementation of the ILO programme in the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan
This report details the organization's efforts and achievements in advancing social justice and decent work in Jordan during 2024. It highlights contributions to Jordan's Economic Modernization Vision (EMV) 2033 and the United Nations Sustainable...
Study
Rapid Skills Gap Assessment of selected industrial sectors- Syria
In partnership with the Chamber of Industries in Syria, the International Labour Organization (ILO) has conducted a Rapid Skills Gap Assessment to provide a comprehensive overview of workforce development challenges and opportunities in Syria’s...
Report
Promoting public procurement for micro, small and medium-sized enterprises’ growth and transition to formality: Lessons learned from Chile...
This report aims to highlight the potential of public procurement in the promotion of growth and transition to formality for MSMEs and discusses the challenges that small economic units face as they seek access to the public procurement market.
Workshop
Training on Employment Assessment for Development Planning and GAIN Regional Hub Launch
Gender equality
Assessment of gender equality and social inclusion gaps in the skills and TVET sector of Bangladesh
This report highlights the need for significant improvements in gender equality and social inclusion (GESI) within Bangladesh's Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) system through a coordinated approach. involving various...
METI Policy Brief
The impact of trade and investment policies on productive and decent employment in Tunisia
A policy brief by the Mainstreaming Employment into Trade and Investment in the Southern Mediterranean (METI) Programme.
Guidelines
Green Employment Diagnostics for a Just Transition
A practical framework to support social partners in analysing how climate change and the green transition shape economies, jobs and livelihoods—and to design policies that create decent work while ensuring a just and inclusive transition.
METI Guide
Policy Resource Guide (PRG) on Investment, Trade and Employment in the Southern Mediterranean region
A guide by the Mainstreaming Employment into Trade and Investment in the Southern Mediterranean (METI) Programme to advise policymakers on how to develop and implement trade, investment and employment.
METI Policy Brief
The impact of trade and investment policies on productive and decent employment in Morocco
A policy brief by the Mainstreaming Employment into Trade and Investment in the Southern Mediterranean (METI) Programme.
METI Report
Trade and Value Chains in Employment-Rich Activities (TRAVERA) Analysis of the Engineering Products and Services Sectors in Jordan
A study by the Mainstreaming Employment into Trade and Investment in the Southern Mediterranean (METI) Programme, exploring the trade and investment requirements to improve Jordan’s engineering sector.
METI Report
Skills for Trade and Economic Diversification (STED): Analysis of the engineering products and services sectors in Jordan
A study by the Mainstreaming Employment into Trade and Investment in the Southern Mediterranean (METI) Programme, exploring the skills requirements in Jordan’s engineering sector.
Social protection
Coordination mechanisms between social protection and occupational health services in Viet Nam
This publication provides an overview of the existing coordination mechanisms between Viet Nam’s national social protection system and the national occupational health services system, while also highlights the current gaps that need to be...
Framework Working Group
Artificial intelligence adoption and its impact on jobs
This paper, drawing primarily upon recent and ongoing research at the ILO, suggests a landscape where AI is more likely to augment human capabilities and enhance productivity in many roles rather than leading to widespread automation, although...
World Employment and Social Outlook 2025: Asia and the Pacific May Update
This Asia and the Pacific May Update of the World Employment and Social Outlook 2025 examines recent trends in employment growth, the impact of global uncertainties and policy measures to support workers and enterprises in Asia and the Pacific.
Mapping active labour market policies in Grenada
The Government of Grenada has been pursuing comprehensive labour market reforms aimed at improving employment outcome, enhancing workforce skills, and strengthening social protection mechanism. These reforms include, among others, the establishment...
Annual Report
Annual Report 2024
The ILO Nepal Annual Report 2024 presents a comprehensive overview of its efforts, achievements, and partnerships in Nepal over the past year. It highlights progress on decent work, labour migration, employment promotion, social protection, and...
ILO Brief
Employment implications of the earthquake in Myanmar
On 28 March 2025, a 7.7-magnitude earthquake hit central Myanmar with its epicentre near Mandalay, the nation's second-largest city, leading to a substantial loss of life. This Brief provides a preliminary rapid assessment of the employment...
A Just Transition With and For Youth
This policy brief underscores the critical need for a fair and inclusive shift towards environmentally sustainable economies. It advocates for measures to mitigate adverse impacts on youth while providing them with opportunities for development. Key...
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