Roundtable Discussion and Seminar-Workshop on the Improved Use of International Labour Standards in the Judiciary

The International labour standards (ILS) adopted by the International Labour Organization (ILO) are important tools for the development of national legislation. However, the contribution of international labour law is not limited to its impact on labour legislation. ILS can also contribute to strengthening domestic case law on labour matters. International labour law is a highly valuable resource for domestic judges and arbitrators seeking to settle labour disputes. Together with the comments and analysis of the relevant supervisory bodies, ILS offer a rich source of interpretation and inspiration for interpreting and complementing domestic laws.

The objective of the seminar-workshop is to equip judges, lawyers, arbitrators, conciliators, and mediators with the knowledge that will enable them to use international labour law sources at the national level.

At the end of the session, participants will: (a) have an in-depth knowledge of the instruments and supervisory machinery of the ILS system; (b) have the knowledge base to use the analysis and pronouncements of the ILO's supervisory bodies that provide an in-depth understanding of the scope and meaning of ILS; (c) be able to determine when and how domestic judges and arbitrators can use international labour law to solve labour disputes; and (d) be able to identify and make use of ILS concerning freedom of association, the right to collective bargaining.