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Proposed certification framework for TVET instructors in Bangladesh

This document states the proposed certification framework for TVET instructors and Workplace Assessors in Bangladesh. The document also outlines the 3 development levels within the Certificate in Vocational and Technical Training and Assessment...

Minimum competency standards for TVET instructors in Bangladesh

This document presents a summary and details of the proposed minimum competency standards for TVET instructors in Bangladesh. The units of competence were developed through consultation with a wide range of stakeholders and were endorsed at a TVET...

Current status and evolution of industrial relations system in Bangladesh

A discussion paper on evolution of industrial relations in Bangladesh.

Signing ceremony of the Joint UN Programme on “Violence Against Women”

Signing ceremony of the Joint UN Programme on “Violence Against Women” was held today, 10 December 2009 at Balcony Room, Hotel Sonargaon.

Review of National Structure & Coordination of TVET and Skills Development in Bangladesh

This review analyses the structure and coordination of TVET and skills development in Bangladesh and make recommendations for improvement. In particular it addresses the important roles of the National Skills Development Council (NSDC) and the...

Promoting employment-intensive growth in Bangladesh: Policy analysis of the manufacturing and service sectors

Employment Working Paper No. 38

Assessment and overview of CBT and TREE programs for Bangladesh

This final report is meant to provide an outline of the ILO-UNDP Community-Based Training (CBT) program in four divisions in which it was implemented in Bangladesh—detailing components that can be built upon and be most effective in piloting a new...

RPL assessor kit informal/workplace evidence

Recognition of Prior learning requires the recognition and acceptance by any Training Organisation of the qualifications and statements of skills issued by other RTOs and Registered Assessors enabling individuals to receive national recognition of...

RPL assessor kit for standard formal/credit transfer assessment

Recognition of Prior learning requires the recognition and acceptance by any Training Organisation of the qualifications and statements of skills issued by other RTOs and Registered Assessors enabling individuals to receive national recognition of...

Summary report

The ILO Convention on Indigenous and Tribal Populations, 1957 (No.107) and the laws of Bangladesh: A comparative review

The initial idea of undertaking this study came about in 2005 as a result of increasing requests by indigenous peoples’ organizations in Bangladesh for the ILO to re-open dialogue with the Government of Bangladesh on implementation of...

Green jobs initiative: MOU signed between BMET and Grameen Shakti

In support of the government’s current efforts for expansion of renewable and clean energy, the Bureau of Manpower, Employment and Training (BMET) and Grameen Shakti signed a Memorandum of Understanding for training of solar technicians on 16...

Launch of the Alliance for Women Workers Rights (AWWR)

The Alliance for Women Workers Rights (AWWR) was formally launched on 6 September 2009 at the VIP Lounge of the National Press Club, Dhaka. The Alliance will campaign for promoting women workers rights at the workplace. Some of the initial focus...

Financing of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) in Bangladesh

This report reviews Bangladesh TVET funding system with regard to present funding levels and regulations as well as future funding opportunities to increase overall funding levels and improve efficiency. The report has briefly reviewed the economic...

Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Reform Project in Bangladesh: August 2009 project update

Lists out the major achievements and upcoming activities.

Global Jobs Pact and ILO Support to Member States in the Asia-Pacific Region in Response to the Crisis

By Ms Sachiko Yamamoto, Regional Director, ILO Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific at the Technical Consultation on the “Impact of Global Financial Crisis on Employment and Labour Market of Bangladesh”, Dhaka, Bangladesh, 19 August 2009

Launching ceremony of the ILO-DCC Action Program to Combat Hazardous Child Labour in the Urban Informal Economy

By Ms Sachiko Yamamoto, Regional Director, ILO Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific, Dhaka, Bangladesh, 20 August 2009

Impact of the global financial and economic crisis on Bangladesh, a rapid assessment

A rapid assessment on the impact of the global financial and economic crisis on Bangladesh prepared for the meetint in Manila, Philippines, 18-20 February 2009

Full report

The ILO Convention on Indigenous and Tribal Populations, 1957 (No. 107) and the laws of Bangladesh: a comparative study

A comparative study between ILO Conventions on Indigenous and Tribal Populations, 1957 (No. 107) and the laws of Bangladesh and its implementation.

Fact sheet

Green jobs initiative in Bangladesh

In Bangladesh green jobs create opportunities for employment for the poor in renewable energy, organic and plastic waste, lead acid battery and construction sectors.

Workers' and employers' organizations