All resources: skilled workers + unskilled workers + training + skills + lifelong learning

Freedom of association

Philippines steps up efforts to strengthen freedom of association, labour education

The Philippines launches a new training initiative and reinforces its commitment to uphold rights at work, advance recognition of freedom of association and enhance labour education.

Creating change, one story at a time

From muddy paths to mountain views: The human face of Himchari’s tourism

Just a few months ago, the road to Himchari waterfall was little more than a rough track - muddy and lined with neglected broken stalls. But step into Himchari Bazar today, and you will find clearer all-weather roads, public toilets, information...

The strength of Hercules in the classroom: the ILO and the legacy of Giovanny Suárez Iglesias in Santa Marta

Just like Hercules, who in Greco Roman mythology combined physical strength with nobility of spirit, Giovanny Alfonzo Suárez Iglesias stands out for his imposing presence and for the impact he leaves on those around him. Standing 1.94 metres tall...

Social protection

ILO drives inclusive social protection for informal workers in agriculture, waste management

The ILO and local governments of Quezon City and Del Carmen, Siargao teamed up to pilot a new guide aimed at strengthening inclusive social protection for informal workers in agriculture and waste management.

Voices from ILO PROSPECTS

ILO’s Business Plan Competition fuels Hinda's entrepreneurial journey

Through the ILO’s Business Plan Competition, Hinda Mawlid Ahmed, a Somali refugee living in Ethiopia's Somali Region and mother of four, has significantly expanded her butchery business, demonstrating the transformative impact of targeted...

ILO Partnership

Building digital skills for rural Albania’s future

A joint initiative by the International Labour Organization and its partners is equipping Albania’s rural workforce with digital skills to boost agriculture, create decent work, and support EU accession goals.

A theory of change

Decent work for domestic workers through skills development

This theory of change aims to highlight the conditions needed to ensure skills training and recognition improve the working conditions and increase the wages of domestic workers, including in the context of national care policies.

Q&A on the Global Employment Policy Review 2025

This interview explores how the Global Employment Policy Review (GEPR) can help us better understand employment responsive policies and the relationship between impact assessments, diagnostics, and dialogue for better policymaking.

Report

Global Employment Policy Review 2025: Do employment-responsive policies work? How impact assessments, diagnostics and dialogue contribute...

This edition focuses on the role of impact assessments, diagnostics and social dialogue in addressing the question: “Do employment responsive policies work?” It also addresses policy-coordination dialogue among different entities within governments...

ILO joins African Technical Universities and Polytechnics in promoting youth engagement in skills development

The International Labour Organization joined the 2025 ATUPA Conference in Durban to promote inclusive, youth-led approaches to skills development and sustainable TVET systems across Africa.

Employment policy

BVI Government launches Technical Drafting Committee for new National Employment Policy

The NEP is expected to serve as a cornerstone of the Virgin Islands’ economic and social development agenda, advancing job creation, skills development, and social protection for all.

Beirut’s largest park transformed into a symbol of inclusion, sustainability and community life in Lebanon

The inauguration of Horsh Beirut’s first revitalization phase under the EU-funded ENABLE Programme marks a milestone in transforming the park into an accessible, vibrant and sustainable hub for all.

ILO’s Commitment to skills development at Industrial Skills Week Africa 2025

The ILO joins Industrial Skills Week Africa (ISWA) 2025 in Lusaka to advance dialogue on skills, jobs, and Africa’s industrial transformation, with focus on the Africa Critical Skills Bank and the Continental Technical and Vocational Education and...

Timorese trainers strengthen capacities in career guidance, soft skills and disability inclusion to support youth employment

The European Union and the ILO enhance Timor-Leste’s institutional capacity to better support youth employment and promote inclusivity.

ILO/China Partnership Programme on skills

Cambodia and China forge new partnership to boost skills training and youth employment

New MoU to enhance technical and vocational education and training (TVET) quality and youth employability in Cambodia

Points for discussion - Decent work in the railways sector

Points for discussion for the Technical Meeting on decent work in the railways sector (Geneva, 1-5 September 2025)

Timetable - Decent work in the railways sector

Timetable for the Technical Meeting on decent work in the railways sector (Geneva, 1-5 September 2025)

ILO/China Partnership Programme on skills

ILO training strengthens earthquake recovery skills and resilience in Myanmar

Trainers, responders, and community leaders gain practical tools in disaster preparedness, mental health support, and recovery through ILO–China partnership training.

Skills development

Timor-Leste takes a major step toward agroforestry advancement

The launch of the Agroforestry Sector Working Group marks a major step in uniting government institutions, development partners and stakeholders to strengthen Timor-Leste’s agroforestry sector.

Women entrepreneurs grow businesses and opportunities through digital skilling program

Empowering women entrepreneurs with digital and AI skills, the Women in Digital Business (WIDB) initiative is transforming lives and communities—unlocking economic opportunities, fostering resilience and driving inclusive growth.