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Significant shortage in technical labour and a need to review educational programmes in Lebanon

Association of Lebanese Industrialists and the ILO release the results of their study on labour market needs.

From Orchard to Opportunity: A Rapid Market Analysis of the cherry value chain in Lebanon

This study was developed by the International Labour Organization (ILO) under the BOUZOUR project - “Building Inclusive Markets and Decent Work for Syrian Refugees and Lebanese Host Communities”. The project focuses on the agriculture and agri-food...

In partnership with UNICEF and the ILO and with funding from the European Union and the Kingdom of Netherlands

The Ministry of Social Affairs announces a new nationally funded emergency cash assistance and the continuation of the National Disability...

Lebanon crisis

ILO responds to Lebanon crisis with emergency assistance to displaced people

Working with its national partners, the ILO’s Emergency Response Plan prepares the ground for long-term recovery.

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ILO Contribution to Lebanon Emergency Response in the framework of the Humanitarian, Development and Peace Nexus

In September 2024, Lebanon witnessed a sharp escalation in large-scale cross-border attacks, resulting in significant loss of life and severe damage to the economy. The recent violence has caused immense suffering. The ILO has developed an Emergency...

GB.352/INS/19/7/Decision

Decision concerning ILO support for the emergency response to the crisis in Lebanon

GB.352/INS/19/7/Seventh Supplementary Report

ILO support for the emergency response to the crisis in Lebanon

This document is also available in French, Spanish and Arabic.

Lebanon crisis

ILO to improve living conditions for displaced people and provide jobs for local communities

As part of its response to the crisis in Lebanon the ILO will enhance living conditions in collective shelters for displaced families while also providing work opportunities for local communities living near the shelters.

Lebanon crisis

ILO and partners take shock-response measures to support persons with disabilities in Lebanon

The measures, taken by the Ministry of Social Affairs, the ILO and UNICEF, under the National Disability Allowance programme, provide emergency cash assistance to persons with disabilities affected by the continuing conflict in Lebanon.

Humanitarian, development and peace actors join hands to boost decent work amidst crisis and fragility in the Arab region

The ILO and the Nexus Academy brought together stakeholders from the Arab region and beyond to boost coherence on employment and social protection amidst crisis and fragility in the Arab region, at an event funded by the Government of Sweden.

A deep dive into social protection for Lebanon’s agricultural workers and farmers

Confronting poverty of Lebanon’s agricultural workers: An integrated approach to extending social insurance to agricultural workers in Lebanon

Workers’ organizations responding to the needs of refugees and other forcibly displaced persons

This report explores the role of workers' organizations in supporting refugees and forcibly displaced persons within the framework of the ILO PROSPECTS programme. It highlights the organisations' efforts to promote decent work, non-discrimination,...

The Cherry Sector in Lebanon: Results of a survey of cherry farmers and workers in the Bekaa, North and Mount Lebanon

This ILO BOUZOUR report summarizes results of a baseline survey of cherry farmers and workers in Lebanon's Bekaa, North and Mount Lebanon regions. It serves as a baseline for the project's component on unlocking opportunities for inclusive growth in...

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From Local Farms to Global Markets, ILO BOUZOUR’s Initiative is boosting Lebanese Cherry Exports

Building Market Access for smallholder farmers

ILO BOUZOUR’s pilot initiative to open new markets for cherry cooperatives

In the face of Lebanon’s ongoing economic crisis, the ILO BOUZOUR project is making significant strides in enhancing cherry exports, providing vital support to local farmers and vulnerable communities.

ILO ENABLE rehabilitates agricultural roads in Tal Maayan, Akkar, Lebanon

Meet ILO ENABLE programme beneficiaries Alaa Kassem and Youssef Ibrahim

Alaa Kassem and Youssef Ibrahim are two exceptional individuals from Akkar who, despite facing employment challenges due to their specific needs, have achieved a breakthrough in their lives through the ILO ENABLE programme funded by the European...

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Enhancing OSH standards: Training farmers and agricultural workers in Lebanon's agricultural sector

Learn about ILO PROSPECTS initiative that aims to raise awareness of OSH in agriculture among farmers and agricultural workers to create decent working conditions and reduce risks in Lebanon.

Gender mainstreaming into Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) in Lebanon

A study to map current initiatives and assess practices, achievements and gaps in gender equality and gender mainstreaming in skills/TVET systems

Bridging Skills and Short-term Job Opportunities: ENABLE joins forces with Lebanese contractors for on-site training in Damour