News on International Labour Standards

Sri Lanka takes positive steps towards Ratification of ILO C188 – Work in Fishing Convention, 2007; Draft regulations presented to Minister...

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Occupational Safety and Health

Ukraine ratifies the Chemicals Convention, 1990 (No. 170)

Ukraine is the 24th country to have ratified Convention NO. 170

Inland waterways sector

New conclusions and recommendations pave the way to decent work in the inland waterways sector

Governments, employers’ and workers’ representatives agreed on concrete measures to improve the living and working conditions of inland water transport workers and establish a level-playing field in the sector.

Guidelines for Internal Grievance Handling to Strengthen Labour Rights in Armenia

A presentation and discussion on alternative mechanisms for individual grievance handling procedures were held at the UN House Armenia. The application of the procedures will help to strengthen labour rights and promote a fair and transparent work...

Entrepreneurship

ILO and FNCCI collaborates to improve entrepreneurship ecosystems in Nepal

A new ILO and FNCCI study provided recommendations on how to overcome the constraints that prevent young entrepreneurs from reaching their potential.

Integrated ILO Approach on Good Governance and Decent Work in Uzbekistan’s Cotton, Textile and Apparel Sector

On 29 November 2023, the International Labour Organization (ILO) organized a workshop for social partners to present the integrated ILO Approach on Good Governance and Decent Work in Uzbekistan’s Cotton, Textile and Apparel Sector. The Approach will...

ILO Convention C190

Kyrgyz parliament calls for ratification of ILO convention on violence and harassment at work

In cooperation with the International Labour Organization (ILO), the Parliament Council on the Rights of Women, Children and Gender Equality of the Kyrgyz Republic organized an ad-hoc meeting to mark the launch of 16 Days of Activism Against...

Integrating Trade and Decent Work

New research analyses how trade and labour market polices can support decent work

Integrating labour standards into trade and investment policies can balance economic and social goals, the ILO research finds.

16 Days of Activism

ILO Director-General Message for the elimination of gender-based violence

The 16 Days of Activism Global Campaign to call for the elimination of gender-based violence runs annually from November 25 (International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women) to December 10 (International Human Rights Day). This...

ILO team for Eastern Europe and Central Asia: foreseeing trends for the next biennium

23-24 November 2023, TASHKENT – The ILO staff gathered here to take part in an innovative Foresight exercise facilitated by ITC ILO. The exercise served to foster team spirit, reflect on working modalities internally and externally - with the...

Özçelik-İş Union Prepares to Enforce its “Policy Paper on Zero Tolerance for Violence”, Prepared in the Light of ILO Convention

Having prepared and adopted a “Policy Paper on Zero Tolerance for Violence” in compliance with ILO Convention No. 190 on the Prevention of Violence and Harassment, the Özçelik-İş Union is planning a series of works including to promote the inclusion...

Opening address at the launch of the Safety and Health at Sea boardgame

By Ms Ma. Concepcion Sardaña, Senior Programme Officer, ILO Country Office for the Philippines at the launch of the Safety and Health at Sea boardgame, 21 November 2023, Manila, Philippines

Promoting Implementation of Labour Rights in Armenia Together:progress of the project discussed

Yerevan, November 17, 2023 — А meeting of the Project Advisory Committee (PAC) for the "Promoting Implementation of Labour Rights in Armenia Together" initiative, held on November 16, showcased achievements and advancements made by the project.

Work at Sea Conference

More must be done to protect seafarers and fishers’ rights says Work at Sea Conference

The first joint seafarers high-level conference organized by the International Labour Organization (ILO) and the International Maritime Organization (IMO) acknowledged the pivotal role played by seafarers and fishers in future global development.

Labour law

Pacific Island officials empowered to support labour law reform

Training supported by Australia helps strengthen capacity to ensure national legislation complies with international labour standards.

All Hands in Kenya supports tripartite to review industrial relations charter

International Labour Organization (ILO) Project All Hands in Kenya supported tripartite partners in Kenya to review the industrial relations charter, that sets out the principles for resolving labour disputes in the country.

Indonesia strengthens joint labour inspection system in fishing sector with guidance tool

The ILO’s 8.7 Accelerator Lab programme supports the effort to strengthen joint labour inspection system in fishing sector between the Ministry of Manpower (MoM) and the Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries (MMAF).

Training-of-trainers course for labour inspectors in Armenia

Tsakhkadzor, Armenia - November 8-9, 2023 – The final phase of the Training-of-Trainers (ToT) course for labour inspectors of the Health and Labour Inspection Body (HLIB) of the Republic of Armenia was held on 8-9 November 2023.

International Labour Standards

Rwanda ratifies the ILO Convention on Violence and Harassment

Convention No. 190 is the first international labour standard to address violence and harassment in the world of work.

Employment and wage policy

Cook Islands advances toward its first National Employment Policy

Stakeholders gather in to shape inclusive employment strategies and address labour market challenges.