News from projects funded by the EU

Responsible electronics

ILO launches survey on responsible labour practices in Viet Nam’s electronics sector

A nationwide survey is being conducted to better understand labour practices in Viet Nam’s electronics sector.

THAMM Plus

New evidence to strengthen skills mobility pathways in tourism and hospitality

Preliminary findings from an ILO-supported skills needs and mismatch study are informing cooperation between Egypt, Germany and Italy to better align skills development with labour market demand and support fair, effective labour mobility pathways...

Financial literacy

New business skills, new hope: Returning Timorese migrants transform their lives

The ILO equips returning migrants in Timor‑Leste with business and financial skills to create opportunities, support families and contribute to reducing unemployment.

Local employment partnerships

Young veterinarian turns his dream into a thriving business and career in Bosnia and Herzegovina

After completing the ILO’s “Start and Improve Your Business” training, Srđan Todorović opened up a clinic to provide essential veterinary services to his community.

THAMM Plus

Social protection training on migrant workers and refugees delivered in Arabic for the first time ...

The ITC-ILO course “Extending Social Protection to Migrant Workers, Refugees and their Families” has been delivered fully in Arabic for the first time, expanding capacity-building opportunities for Arabic-speaking partners.

EU-Funded ILO Project news update

Maya communities in Belize lead the way as the EU-funded ILO PROSPER project advances

Field visits and consultations are shaping locally driven solutions for sustainable livelihoods, while ensuring respect for indigenous peoples through a Free, Prior and Informed Consent process.

ILO in action

A migrant domestic worker’s journey to empowerment

Champa is a Myanmar domestic worker in Thailand. She started her journey with having little awareness about her rights, to leading Thailand’s network of migrant domestic workers.

Grounding Labour Migration Interventions in Evidence

A stakeholder workshop in Addis Ababa validated baseline findings for a new EU-funded labour migration project, bringing together key institutions and partners to align on evidence and priorities. The process established a shared, data-driven...

New momentum to build social protection capacities in the Arab region

New training modules support governments in the Middle East and North African region to build integrated, shock-responsive systems that expand coverage and protect vulnerable populations

Social protection

Timor-Leste advances social security coverage for informal workers

With support from the ILO, the government, workers’ and employers’ organizations in Timor-Leste have joined forces to accelerate the inclusion of informal economy workers in the social security system.

Gender equality and skills development

Women trainers driving change through agroforestry skills in Timor-Leste

Three women trainers from the ILO programme in Timor-Leste are transforming not only their own lives but also the lives of others in their communities.

Joint Statement

Ministry of Social Affairs of Lebanon, UNICEF and ILO announce emergency cash support for children and persons with disabilities affected...

One-off assistance will reach around 6,000 families enrolled in Lebanon’s National Disability Allowance, helping vulnerable households cope with the impact of the ongoing crisis.

EU–ILO apprenticeship drive accelerates Zambia’s skills development push

Zambia is advancing the National Apprenticeship Programme to link training with real workplace experience. Supported by ILO's EU-funded Skills Development for Increased Employability Programme (SDEP), the initiative aims to equip 1,000 youths with...

STRENGTHEN2

Validation workshop highlights employment and livelihood impacts of irrigation investment in Malawi

Assam State Engagement: Linking India–EU Migration Opportunities with the Northeast Corridor (LINC) Workshop in Guwahati, Assam

Under the EU–India Cooperation and Dialogue on Migration and Mobility (CDMM-II) Project, in partnership with Ministry of External Affairs, India, European Union and the State Government of Assam, a workshop on Linking India–EU Migration...

ILO, Zambian Government launch Employment Impact Assessment for Luangwa–Mwami Road

Zambia has validated the Employment Impact Assessment for the Luangwa–Mwami Road, highlighting how the Nacala Corridor investment supports job creation. The ILO‑led study will guide evidence‑based planning for more inclusive infrastructure...

Finding their voices: Cambodian domestic workers speak up for rights

Through the Association of Domestic Workers (ADW) and the EU-funded PROTECT project, domestic workers in Cambodia are strengthening their voice, dignity and collective power.

Our impact, Their voices

Returning migrant worker Abdul Mannan started a new life in Bangladesh

ILO’s EU funded Skills 21 project, supports partner TVET institutes in delivering job-focused skills training through a modernized TVET system. Through this initiative, around 3,000 returning migrant workers - like Abdul Mannan - have been...

CLEAR Supply Chains Project

Honduras' coffee sector strengthens its capacity to implement due diligence and prevent child labour

El Proyecto CLEAR Supply Chains liderado por la OIT está empoderando a empresas y cooperativas del sector café de Honduras para prevenir el trabajo infantil con estrategias concretas a implementar a lo largo de la cadena de suministro.

Protect women migrants and children

Dialogues focus on reintegration support for women migrant workers and children in Cambodia

EU-funded PROTECT Project supports coordinated action to protect and reintegrate returning women migrant workers and children.