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Equality@Work
Jordan moves towards a unified national mechanism to increase women’s labour force participation
The Ministry of Labour, the International Labour Organization and national partners are advancing an institutional framework to align efforts and data and track the impact of policies and programmes aimed at increasing women’s economic participation...
Training strengthens leadership capacities of women and young trade unionists
Practical leadership, advocacy and social dialogue skills help women and young leaders shape trade union decisions and build more inclusive, representative unions
Workers’ rights and gender equality drive new phase of Union Power project in Jordan
Renewed partnership between the ILO and the General Federation of Jordanian Trade Unions aims to strengthen workers’ rights, women’s and youth empowerment, and gender-responsive collective bargaining.
National conference launches a new chapter for women in Jordan’s world of work
A three-day national dialogue brings together the government, employers and workers to advance gender equality in Jordan’s economy. The conference highlights key reforms aimed at enhancing women’s economic participation and protection.
Policy brief
Automation of the Unified Contract for Workers in Private Schools and Kindergartens
This brief highlights that the automated unified contract for workers in private schools and kindergartens represents a strategic step toward promoting decent work and strengthening principles of transparency and compliance in Jordan’s private...
National campaign set to advance pay equality in Jordan’s world of work
On International Equal Pay Day, national and international partners join forces to promote fair pay and equal opportunities in Jordan’s labour market through policies, legislation and digital tools.
We are no longer just caregivers. We have become educators and mentors
Jordanian nursery care provider Alaa Al-Shamali tells how ILO training, through the Norway-funded Equality@Work project, has equipped her with new skills and transformed her approach to childcare.
Specialized training tackles violence and harassment in the world of work in Jordan
The ILO and national partners hold a training workshop that coincides with World Day for Safety and Health at Work and International Workers' Day to promote a to promote a safe and violence-free working environment.
"WAEI/WAEIA" Campaign in Jordan promotes a fair, safe, and inclusive work environment
In collaboration with national and development partners, the "WAEI/WAEIA" campaign continues to raise awareness of workers' rights and promote a work environment that supports women in the labour market.
ILO pledges to continue protecting private education workers' rights as Jordan raises minimum wage
Memorandums of Understanding signed with twenty schools across the country to strengthen adherence to the Unified Contract and empower female teachers in private schools
International Day for Care and Support
The journey of Lara Al-Tamimi with the Institutional Nursery at the Ministry of Labour
“I no longer have the fear or anxiety that used to plague my days - I know my children are not only safe but also receiving the care, attention, and stimulation they need to thrive. For me, this peace of mind has been life changing.”
International Equal Pay Day: Renewing the Call for Equal Pay in Jordan
A national awareness campaign led by the Decent Work for Women Programme at the International Labour Organization (ILO) and its social partners, marking the occasion of International Equal Pay Day, emphasizes the journey ahead to achieve full pay...
New ILO project strengthens international and national partnerships in support of Jordan’s workforce
The new project aligns with the priorities of the government, employers, and workers, as outlined in the National Strategy for Women and the Economic Modernisation Vision.
Bi-Annual Report
Decent Work for Women Programme in Jordan 2022 – 2023
The ILO and General Federation of Jordanian Trade Unions launch new e-contract platform for private school workers in Jordan
The initiative seeks to enhance rights and protect wages in the private education sector, particularly for women.
Policy Brief
Recommendations for Jordan to ratify ILO Violence and Harassment Convention, 2019 (No. 190)
Violence and harassment in the world of work constitute a dangerous and harmful phenomenon that is widespread globally. It has deeply rooted and costly effects that threaten the stability and security of workers, the sustainability of their work,...
Care economy
Investing in care policies can create millions of jobs in MENA, new ILO report finds
Marking International Women’s Day, the International Labour Organization Regional Office for Arab States (ILO ROAS) launched a pivotal report on the labour market impact of investing in the care economy in the Middle East and North Africa.
Project
Equality@Work : Advancing Healthy, Safe and Diverse Labour Force in Jordan