Resources on Skills and employability in the Arab States
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“This initiative has opened up the opportunity for me to access a loan so I can expand my business and cultivate more land” - Najim’s story
11 September 2023
Najim is a young Iraqi farmer who recently completed a financial education training with the ILO under its financial inclusion initiative implemented by PROSPECTS. The initiative is also helping Najim access a bank loan so he can cultivate more land and expand his business.
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Research emphasises economic contribution of Jordan’s garment, textile and leather industry
29 August 2023
Study reveals that the domestic added value of Jordan GTL industry stood at 41.7 per cent
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New ILO project to rehabilitate schools damaged by earthquakes in Aleppo, Syria
29 August 2023
The project aims to address immediate livelihood needs of the affected communities through the creation of decent job opportunities, training local contractors in the application of labour-based technologies, and restoring safe access to education.
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Promoting rights at work for youth in Iraq
20 August 2023
The ILO, together with Rwanga Foundation are promoting the rights at work for youth in Iraq, to ensure that young women and men from host, refugee or internally displaced communities are better equipped with skills to exercise their rights and ensure they are aware of their responsibilities in the workplace.
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Empowering Yemen's Youth: Changing Lives Through Education and Opportunity
11 August 2023
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National Economic Contribution of Jordan’s Garment, Textile and Leather Industry
31 July 2023
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ILO conducts refresher Training of Trainers workshop in Aden
17 July 2023
The workshop is a step toward institutionalizing Start and Improve Your Business (SIYB) packages in Yemen.
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Launch of the "Excellence" Award: An Important Step to Empower the Voices of Female Teachers in the Private Education Sector in Jordan
13 July 2023
The "Excellence" Award recognizes schools prioritizing teacher rights and well-being, aiming to improve education quality and elevate their status in the private sector.
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New cooperation set to prepare a better skilled industrial workforce in Lebanon
25 June 2023
The Ministry of Education and Higher Education, the Ministry of Industry, and the Association of Lebanese Industrialists sign a memorandum of understanding for cooperation on technical and vocational education and training and life-long learning in Lebanon, with support from the ILO.
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Youth in Iraq's City of Basra introduced to employment and training services
23 June 2023
The services will improve their skills, and provide them with career guidance and job placement.