All publications: displaced persons + refugees

Impact of Syrian refugees on the Jordanian labour market

This report presents the main findings of a household survey conducted in the Jordanian governorates of Amman, Irbid and Mafraq between February and March 2014, aimed at assessing the implications of the large influx of Syrian Refugees onto the...

Children living and working on the street in Lebanon: Profile and magnitude

The study provides the Government of Lebanon and non-governmental organizations with evidence-based research on the magnitude and profile of children living or working in the streets of Lebanon, and their socioeconomic situation.

Children Living and Working on the Streets in Lebanon: Profile and Magnitude

The study provides the Government of Lebanon and non-governmental organizations with evidence-based research on the magnitude and profile of children living or working in the streets of Lebanon, and their socioeconomic situation.

ILO Market Opportunity Mapping in Somalia

This report provides an evidence-based strategy for increasing employment opportunities and skills training for youths, women and IDPs in Baidoa and Beletweyne districts in Somalia.

Briefing note

Enabling job resilience and protecting decent work conditions in rural communities affected by Syrian refugees crisis in northern Lebanon

The Syrian refugee crisis and the influx of refugees into Lebanon has resulted in various economic and social spill over effects in host communities such as stalled economic activity, loss of income and livelihoods, and shrinking access to public...

Policy brief

The work of Palestinian refugees in Lebanon is a right and a common interest

The issue of Palestinians’ right to work in Lebanon is still controversial at the economic, political and social fronts.

Value Chain Analysis

Report on value chain analysis: The tomato sector in Mafraq Governorate Jordan

This report covers the process and results from the value chain analysis conducted on the tomatoes sector in Mafraq Governorate. The exercise was a part of the ILO project ‘Enhancing access to employment and livelihoods for Jordanian host...

Value Chain Analysis

Value Chain Analysis of the in the Olive and Olive Oil sector Governorate of Irbid

This report covers the process and results from the value chain analysis conducted on the olive sector in Irbid Governorate. The exercise was a part of the ILO project ‘Enhancing access to employment and livelihoods for Jordanian host communities...

The impact of the Syrian refugee crisis on the labour market: a preliminary analysis

The report focuses on the pre-existing employment and labour market challenges in Jordan, which have been exacerbated by the Syrian refugee crisis. Addressing the Syrian refugee crisis needs to take a holistic and comprehensive approach that...

Assessment of the impact of Syrian refugees in Lebanon and their employment profile

In order to assess the impact and identify the ramifications of an increasing number of Syrian refugees (many of whom will be seeking work) the ILO implemented an assessment of their impact and a survey of their employment status in four regions...

Palestinian Employment in Lebanon - Facts and Challenges: Labour Force Survey among Palestinian Refugees living in camps and gatherings in...

The labour force survey sheds light on the characteristics and conditions of the Palestinian labour force from a developmental and rights-based perspective and equips policy-makers and national stakeholders with the information to engage in...

Palestinian Employment in Lebanon - Facts and Challenges: Labour Force Survey among Palestinian Refugees living in camps and gatherings in...

The labour force survey sheds light on the characteristics and conditions of the Palestinian labour force from a developmental and rights-based perspective and equips policy-makers and national stakeholders with the information to engage in...

Financial Assessment of the cost of providing health care coverage for Palestinain refugees in Lebanon

The preliminary financial assessment of the cost of providing health care coverage estimates – for the first time – the unutilized contributions of the Palestinians wage earners and their employers to the NSSF. It also projects the possible cost to...

ILO Response to the Syrian Refugee Crisis in Jordan

The ILO has developed its own development-focused strategy to respond to the crisis in Jordan.

Manual for UNRWA Employment Service Centres

This manual is developed as a self-instructional guidebook for staff working in UNRWA employment service centres supporting Palestine refugees in UNRWA’s five fields of operation. It can also be used by all staff providing education, career guidance...

Assessment of livelihood opportunities for returnees/internally displaced persons and host communities in Afghanistan

This study undertaken by ILO Kabul for UNHCR Afghanistan, provides an overview of the economic activities of returnees and host communities on 22 high-return sights across all regions of Afghanistan.

A guide to worker displacement : some tools for reducing the impact on workers, communities and enterprises. Update March 2009

The Guide presents possible strategies for averting layoffs and promoting business retention by communities, enterprise managements and workers’ associations. A discussion of early warning networks is also presented, stressing the importance of...