All resources: Thailand

Skills development

Summary of the Knowledge Sharing on the Findings from the Rapid Assessment on Upskilling and Reskilling Needs of Workers Impacted by...

This is a summary of the Knowledge Sharing on the Findings from the Rapid Assessment on Upskilling and Reskilling Needs of Workers Impacted by COVID-19 and Automation in Thailand which was held on Zoom on 19 January 2022.

Technical Support to the knowledge management and the M&E strategies of the Responsible Supply Chains in Asia Programme

65 days until April 22, 2022

ILO Migrant Worker Resource Centre (MRC) Map

The ILO delivers assistance directly to migrant workers and their communities through a network of Migrant Worker Resource Centres (MRCs) across the ASEAN region. These MRCs are managed in partnership with government institutions, trade unions and...

Rebuilding Better: Assessment of women entrepreneurs’ needs and available support services during COVID-19 in Malaysia, Philippines and...

This report was prepared for the Rebuilding Better: Fostering Business Resilience Post-COVID-19 Project, supported by J.P. Morgan, in early 2021 to inform the project strategy and work plan. The report summarizes findings from a study of primary and...

Equipping online facilitation skills to better support MSMEs during and beyond the COVID-19 pandemic

In an effort to support the recovery of micro, small and medium-sized enterprises from the COVID-19 pandemic, the ILO organized two online workshops on “Online Facilitation and Activity-Based Learning” for capacity building for development...

TRIANGLE in ASEAN

Recovery and labour migration in the post-pandemic future

Thematic background paper for the 14th ASEAN Forum on Migrant Labour

Social protection

Extending social health protection: Accelerating progress towards Universal Health Coverage in Asia and the Pacific

This regional report documents and analyses country experiences and lessons on the extension of social health protection coverage in the Asia and the Pacific region. It provides a detailed account of progress made, challenges encountered and...

Change needed to rid Thai workplaces of sexual harassment report finds

Sexual harassment in Thailand remains deeply embedded in society to the detriment of women and especially women migrant workers, according to a new report from the International Labour Organization (ILO) and UN Women.

Labour migration

“Who is going to believe us?” Work-related sexual harassment in Thailand, with a focus on women migrant workers

The study reviews laws, policies, and cases, as well as barriers to redress and remediation for those who have experienced sexual harassment. Data for this report comes from the review of international jurisprudence; study of the relevant laws and...

Summary Report of Strengthening Social Dialogue Policy and Practices: ...

Thematic brief

Thailand labour market update. Concern remains over the drawn out impact of COVID-19

The ILO brief finds high levels of joblessness among young Thai workers due to pandemic restrictions.

Youth unemployment in Thailand hits new highs due to COVID-19

ILO assessment of the Thai labour market finds high levels of joblessness among young workers due to pandemic restrictions.

Women’s Entrepreneurship Day

Enabling opportunities and solutions for women entrepreneurs in Asia and the Pacific

In celebration of Women’s Entrepreneurship Day 2021, the ILO and ESCAP have collaborated on an event bringing stakeholders together to discuss innovative opportunities and scalable solutions for women entrepreneurs in Asia and the Pacific.

The tourism sector

ILO research highlights massive COVID-19 impact on tourism employment in Asia and the Pacific

Asia–Pacific tourism industry left reeling from job losses, deterioration in work quality and shifts towards increased informality.

Thematic brief

COVID-19 and employment in the tourism sector in the Asia–Pacific region

A brief from the ILO highlights COVID-19 impacts on tourism employment in Asia and the Pacific that have left the sector reeling from job losses, deterioration in work quality and shifts towards increased informality.

Youth employment and entrepreneurship

Voices of MSMEs: COVID-19 Recovery and Staying Resilient with Small Business Owners across Asia

This virtual roundtable discussion will bring together micro, small and medium- enterprises’ (MSME) owners to share experiences and challenges dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic. It aims to highlight the importance of supporting MSME recovery and...

In Songkla, Thailand, women migrant workers build economic empowerment and regain their pride and confidence

Su Su Htwe is a Myanmar migrant worker in Thailand, a mother of two, and one of the successful migrant construction workers in her community. However, the pandemic has brought her a hardship to keep a livelihood and support her family.

COVID-19: ILO Monitor – 8th edition

ILO: Employment impact of the pandemic worse than expected

Ahead of the G20 Leaders’ Summit, ILO warns on stalled global labour market recovery and significant disparities between advanced and developing economies.

Asia-Pacific labour market insights

Labour productivity trends in Asia and the Pacific highlight uneven COVID-19 impacts

Enhanced labour productivity is key to boost living standards and is prioritized in the Sustainable Development Goals. In Asia and the Pacific, growth in labour productivity has been instrumental in reducing poverty in recent decades.

Decent Work in Garment Supply Chains Asia

Opportunities for a Just Transition to environmental sustainability and COVID-19 recovery in the textile and garment sector in Asia

A Just Transition for the garment industry in Asia is critical as the sector seeks to recover from the impacts of COVID-19. This report examines the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the textile and garment sector, specifically the employment and...