All resources: Caribbean

Brochure

Skills Passport: Regional Mechanism for the Mutual Recognition of Labour Competency Certifications in Latin America and the Caribbean

This brochure explains what the Skills Passport is, its purpose, how it works, and how to be part of efforts to promote safe, orderly and regular labour mobility, as well as access to decent work, particularly for women and young people.

Productivity growth and decent work

ILO highlights productivity ecosystem for decent work at forum in Jamaica

The ILO highlights the link between productivity and decent work at Jamaica’s Productivity Forum, presenting its Productivity Ecosystem for Decent Work model.

Article

Haitian social partners lead efforts to reduce violence and promote peace through decent work

In the midst of Haiti’s ongoing crisis, national social partners are taking bold steps to promote peace and stability through decent work. A recent forum in Cap-Haïtien showcased how private sector actors are driving locally-led solutions to reduce...

Care economy

Guidelines for care policies from a gender, territorial and intersectional perspective

Latin America and the Caribbean are experiencing a care crisis that disproportionately affects women, especially those facing multiple forms of intersectional exclusion. This crisis is reflected in a growing demand for care, linked to interrelated...

Care economy

ILO and the UN Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean call for investment in care to generate millions of formal job

New study shows that investing in care systems can generate 31 million jobs in Latin America and the Caribbean, with the majority in the formal economy.

Child labour

Breaking the cycle: From child labour to labour rights advocate

From child domestic worker to labour rights advocate; Joy Marcus now leads efforts in Guyana to end exploitation and empower women through Red Thread. Her journey turns personal pain into a powerful call for change.

Care economy

The right to care in Latin America and the Caribbean: Progress on the regulatory front

ECLAC, UN Women and the ILO present a document on regulatory advances regarding the right to care in Latin America and the Caribbean, prepared for the 16th Regional Conference on Women and as an input for its preparatory activities.

Labour migration

ILO–CARICOM consultation paves the way for a stronger regional labour migration policy

Senior labour officials from CARICOM Member States met virtually on 29–30 July 2025 to advance a Regional Labour Migration Policy Framework supporting decent work, regional integration, and fair labour mobility.

Origin, Functioning, and Impact

The Economic and Social Council (SER) of Curaçao

The SER of Curaçao is a tripartite, independent body that advises the government on socio-economic issues. It promotes social dialogue and sustainable development, with rulings that have influenced political, judicial and legislative decisions,...

Social and solidarity economy

ILO champions the social solidarity economy at the Caribbean World of Work Forum 2025

The Caribbean World of Work Forum 2025, organized by the Cipriani College of Labour and Co-operative Studies, highlighted the vital role of the Social and Solidarity Economy (SSE) in shaping a just and inclusive future of work in the region. With...

Informal employment

Tackling informal employment in the Caribbean through policy action

Labour migration

Voices at the table: CARICOM and ILO engage social partners in blueprint for regional labour migration

The ILO–CARICOM Bi-partite consultation of Caribbean workers’ and employers’ organizations produced actionable recommendations and affirmed the importance of tripartite dialogue in advancing fair, rights-based labour migration across the region.

Just transition

ILO workshop advances Jamaica’s path to a just transition

The ILO and the Ministry of Labour and Social Security host workshop to explore the social impacts of climate policies and advance Jamaica’s just transition agenda. The session brought together key stakeholders to align climate action with decent...

Decent work

Suriname reviews DWCP results framework

The mission to Suriname strengthened national efforts to track and advance decent work through an updated results framework and capacity-building support.

Just transition

Jamaica charts a greener path with new National Green Economic Growth Model

The model estimates that a green transition could generate close to 8,000 new jobs and increase GDP, while building climate resilience and reducing reliance on fossil fuels. It provides evidence-based guidance to align sustainable development with...

Fostering a Just Transition in Jamaica - Collaborative approaches to sustainable development. A narrative report

The forum provided a structured platform for robust discussions on strategies that ensure a Just Transition while balancing economic growth, environmental sustainability, and social equity.

A gender responsive approach to the Just Transition of the Jamaican workforce. A position paper

This policy paper on a gender responsive approach to just transition contributes to the elaboration of a gender transformative and responsive policy by the Government of Jamaica, while at the same time supporting Jamaica’s achievement of its...

Op-Ed

Cooperatives in the Caribbean: A proven path to decent work and sustainable development

Cooperatives are helping Caribbean communities tackle climate change, economic uncertainty, and inequality by creating decent jobs and strengthening local economies.

Decent work

Barbados signs Decent Work Country Programme 2025–2030

Barbados officially launched its DWCP 2025–2030, uniting Government, employers, and workers in a shared commitment to promoting inclusive, sustainable employment and social justice. The Programme outlines strategic priorities aligned with national...

Best practices

Compendium of promising practices for the promotion of jobs and skills for a green economy

This Compendium presents practical examples of interventions promoting green jobs and skills for green jobs, that were supported by development partners from the G7 and the European Union (EU). Each case, demonstrating proof of impact and responding...