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Qatar’s joint worker-management committees receive first training on International Labour Standards on discrimination, violence, and...

Workers and management representatives from six enterprises in various sectors received training on inclusive workplaces, shedding light on the interconnection between international labour standards, national labour law, and company level policies.

Producers and importers explore potential for Jordanian exports to Qatar in the cut flower industry

The ILO, in cooperation with the Palestinian Trade Center (PalTrade) and Qatar Chamber of Commerce and Industry, held a series of business-to-business meetings between Jordanian cut flower producers and Qatari companies, to explore avenues for...

Decision of the Board of Directors of the Workers' Support and Insurance Fund on the Provisions and Procedures for Disbursing Workers'...

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Personal perspectives on the impact of Qatar’s labour reforms

This collection of video interviews features various individuals who recount the achievements and remaining challenges of Qatar’s labour reforms through their own experience.

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Working in Qatar: Let's beat heat stress together!

Heat stress can be dangerous! By following these simple steps, workers in Qatar can protect themselves and stay healthy during the hot summer months.

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How can employers set up a mitigation plan to protect workers from heat stress in Qatar?

Heat stress is a real danger to your workforce. By developing a heat stress mitigation plan companies in Qatar can protect their employees and maintain productivity.

Presentation - Independent final evaluation of the ILO technical cooperation programme with the State of Qatar, phase I (2018-21)

This presentation of the independent evaluation highlights the report in a visual manner and is tailored for professional and general audiences.

Final Independent Evaluation of the Technical Cooperation Programme in Qatar (2018 – 2021) - Event programme

Final Independent Evaluation of the Technical Cooperation Programme in Qatar (2018 – 2021) - Event poster

Final Independent Evaluation of the Technical Cooperation Programme in Qatar (2018 – 2021)

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Qatar’s labour reforms in numbers

In recent years, the Government of Qatar has introduced major labour reforms, marking a new era for labour relations. This short video animation presents the achievements and some of the remaining priorities in terms of the implementation of Qatar’s...

Labour mobility

Labour mobility in Qatar - Key information for employers

All workers in Qatar can change jobs without having to obtain a No Objection Certificate (NOC) anytime during their contract period. This document provides helpful information for employers on the new changes.

Labour mobility

Changing jobs in Qatar - Key information for workers

All workers in Qatar can change jobs without having to obtain a No Objection Certificate (NOC) anytime during their contract period. These FAQs provide helpful information for workers regarding the procedures to change employers.

Labour mobility

What is the procedure to change jobs in Qatar?

All workers in Qatar are able to change employers without having to first obtain a No Objection Certificate (NOC). This flowchart explains the steps to follow when changing jobs.

Social dialogue

Worker-management Joint Committees in Qatar celebrate International Workers’ Day

Workers’ and management representatives in Qatar celebrated Labour Day by sharing the positive experience and impact of Joint Committees in their enterprise, and their commitment to social dialogue and workplace cooperation.

Op-Ed

Why workers must be central to safety and health efforts in Qatar

As we celebrate World Day for Safety and Health at Work 2022, Afroz Dawar, OSH professional and workers representative, reflects on the importance of social dialogue for the promotion of safety at work in Qatar.

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Keep your guard up: Working safely at heights in Qatar

Falls from height is the top cause of occupational injuries in Qatar. This animation presents simple measures that can save your life. Never drop your guard and together we can all work in safety!

Overview of Qatar’s labour reforms

Since 2018, the ILO has been supporting the Government of Qatar in adopting a comprehensive and ambitious package of labour reforms. The measures taken have already improved the working and living conditions for hundreds of thousands of workers, and...

Unofficial translations of Qatar's key labour legislation

Safety at work

Qatar rolls out virtual reality training for labour inspectors

In an effort to improve safety and health at work and enhance the capacity of labour inspectors, Qatar’s Ministry of Labour and the ILO designed a virtual reality training which recreates a construction site and common safety and health issues.