All resources: digital labour + digital divide + artificial intelligence + gig economy + data protection + algorithmic management

AI and the world of work

Bringing decent work at the heart of productive and smart agriculture with artificial intelligence in Indonesia

The third ILO Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the world of work forum aims to explore how AI can improve farming productivity and efficiency for food security and decent work.

Shaping a Global Perspective on the Future of Work

Mind the AI Divide

The Artificial Intelligence revolution will only widen the gap between high and low-income countries unless cooperative international action is taken, a new report from the ILO and the UN Office of the Secretary General’s Envoy on Technology...

Digital skills for inclusive growth and decent work in Uganda

The second Community of Practice workshop highlighted digital skills development as a key to expanding access to digital work for all.

Report

Platform work in Uganda: Promoting decent work for all

This report examines the growth and penetration of digital labour platforms across various sectors in Uganda, drawing insights from surveys conducted with 647 workers. The survey encompasses workers in the taxi, delivery, online freelance and...

ILO Publication

Embracing digital in Kenya

A practical guide for freelancers, digital entrepreneurs and owners of micro and small enterprises

Strong labour and social protections: Key to a thriving digital economy in Kenya

The fifth thematic discussion of the Community of Practice on Digital Skills and Jobs highlights the need for adapted and enforced international labour standards for digitally enabled jobs.

Prospects

Key stakeholders unite to shape Uganda’s digital workforce future

The first Community of Practice workshop in Kampala brought stakeholders together to advance decent work, address digital economy challenges, and shape inclusive policies for Uganda’s growing digital workforce.

New ILO-backed AI tool to support Colombia's coffee producers

A new AI chatbot will provide personalized advice to help improve working conditions and competitiveness for Colombia's coffee producers.

Workshop on upskilling and creating an inclusive digital economy organized

AI and Work

Minimizing the negative effects of AI-induced technological unemployment

As AI reshapes the job landscape, fears of widespread unemployment clash with optimism for productivity gains. This blog examines the nuanced reality and the need for proactive policies to support affected workers.

Sub-regional Programming Meeting: Advancing ILO strategies for the 2024-25 biennium

The ILO Team for Eastern Europe and Central Asia charts the path forward

ILO launches new AI and Digital Economy online knowledge hub

A new online knowledge resource on AI, the digital economy and the world of work, which is being launched by the ILO, aims to become the leading international source of knowledge and resources on the subject.

Interactive chart

What is the possible effect of generative AI on employment?

Percentage of jobs likely to be affected by generative AI by group of countries.

Research Brief

Rethinking Production Processes with AI and avoiding the Innovator’s Dilemma

This brief explores the challenges traditional companies face in fully harnessing the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Drawing parallels with historical shifts like the assembly line, the brief argues that AI adoption...

Social protection

ILO and China discuss future of social protection policy developments for platform workers in China

Digital jobs

Innovative livelihood pathways for youth in Uganda: The Online Gig Work Program

In Uganda’s refugee-hosting areas, the ILO’s Online Gig Work Program empowers youth to thrive in this emerging economy as a step towards economic inclusion.

G7 Labour and Employment Ministers meeting

ILO Director-General welcomes G7 Labour Ministers support for the Global Coalition for Social Justice

Speaking at the G7 Labour and Employment Ministers meeting (LEMM) in Italy, the Director-General welcomed their support for the Global Coalition for Social Justice, and for a human-centred approach to the adoption of AI in the world-of-work.

PROSPECTS podcast series - Episode 5

How ethical AI innovation can create decent work for disadvantaged groups

Artificial intelligence (AI) has become a key aspect in discussions about the future of work, with its potential for innovation and disruption bringing opportunities and risks.

ILO and trade unions chart path forward for an inclusive labour agenda in India

Youth employment, climate action and rights of gig and platform workers are among the important issues for the unions in India

From consensus to action: ILO Community of Practice propels digital economy reforms in Kenya

Bringing together government ministries and social partners, the ILO Community of Practice accelerates policy reforms to drive an inclusive and productive digital transformation in Kenya.