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April 2022
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Diversity and inclusion in the workplace
Greater progress on diversity and inclusion essential to rebuild productive and resilient workplaces
06 April 2022
High levels of diversity and inclusion in the workplace are associated with greater productivity, innovation and workforce well-being, yet too little is being done to promote them, particularly among minority groups, meaning that enterprises, workers and societies are missing out on considerable potential benefits.
January 2022
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Labour Provisions in Trade Agreements Hub
ILO launches new online database on trade agreements that include labour provisions
26 January 2022
The new database is a one-stop source for information on labour provisions in more than 100 regional trade agreements covering about 140 economies.
December 2021
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COVID-19 and labour productivity
Why would labour productivity surge during a pandemic?
20 December 2021
Labour productivity growth is generally associated with higher wages and better working conditions. In the longer term, increased productivity is key to economic development. But how should we interpret productivity trends during a pandemic? Does faster productivity growth mean that firms and workers are actually better off?
October 2021
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Trade and decent work
New publications strengthen ties between trade policy and decent work
04 October 2021
Two new publications aim to encourage a socially just, human-centred approach in the assessment of links between trade and the labour market.
August 2021
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Press release
Businesses struggle to build back from the Beirut blast
10 August 2021
A year on from the blast that devastated large parts of Beirut, the ILO is working to help small businesses across the Lebanese capital affected by the explosion. Many were already struggling to survive due to COVID-19 anti-infection measures and the ongoing economic and political crisis in the country.
July 2021
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Press release
The impact of COVID-19 on enterprises in Jordan: One year into the pandemic
13 July 2021
A new report calls for urgent action and tailored support to ensure response measures meet the needs of businesses in Jordan.
June 2021
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Press release
International Labour Organization and J.P. Morgan launch new initiative to support women entrepreneurs in Thailand
23 June 2021
The project will ensure women entrepreneurs have the right tools to recover sustainably from the COVID-19 crisis.
May 2021
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Press release
ILO teams with J.P Morgan to support women entrepreneurs
18 May 2021
Women entrepreneurs in Malaysia, Philippines and Thailand looking to recover from the pandemic and build long-term business resilience can receive support through a new initiative launched by the International Labour Organization (ILO) and JPMorgan Chase Foundation.
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Podcast series: Global challenges – Global solutions
Is the future ready for youth? Youth employment policies for evolving labour markets
05 May 2021
Interview with Sukti Dasgupta, ILO Employment Department Chief of the Employment, Labour Markets and Youth Branch, and Juan Chacaltana, Senior Employment Policies Specialist.
January 2021
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COVID-19: Protecting workers in the workplace
Construction: Building blocks to recovery after crisis
28 January 2021
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on the construction sector, which is sensitive to economic cycles. Yet, construction holds much potential to stimulate recovery, thanks to its potential to create jobs. Recovery measures can support the sector’s transformation towards sustainability and digitalization.