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Skills development

ILO and national partners launch two key reports towards a sector skills strategy for Viet Nam’s textile and garment industry

The launch of two joint reports by the ILO and the Viet Nam Textile and Apparel Association (VITAS) on 28 February 2025 marks a significant milestone to identify priority skills needs, actions, and recommendations in the textile and garment sector...

Voices of Syrian youth: Overcoming labour market challenges and building a future

The ILO is working to help Syria’s youth create a brighter and more stable future for themselves through investing in job creation skills, fostering entrepreneurship and advocating for policy reforms.

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Sri Lanka’s next generation of women seafarers are ready to set sail

Vulnerable and marginalized Sri Lankan youth, including women, are learning how to become seafarers, thanks to an ILO work-based learning programme, funded by the Government of Japan.

Strengthening South Africa's social protection systems

Nakhwa Association for women and family: Advancing women’s economic empowerment in Southern Tunisia

Reviving tradition and empowering women, Nakhwa transforms local crafts into sustainable opportunities, fostering entrepreneurship and economic resilience in southern Tunisia.

Social Protection

ILO reaffirms commitment to workers’ rights at the 10th Anniversary celebration of WCF in Tanzania

The ILO reaffirmed its commitment to workers' rights and social protection at the 10th Anniversary of WCF, emphasizing workplace safety, fair compensation, and inclusive labour policies.

Pilot Initiative for Integrated Local Development

Unlocking the potential of oasis communities in Kebili, Tunisia

Sustainable investments in El Barghouthiya’s oasis community are revitalizing agriculture, creating jobs, and fostering a circular economy through local resources and innovation.

Our impact, their story

Reclaiming our future: A village fight against child labour

Discover the inspiring journey of Kuchiko-Camp, a Nigerian village once an agricultural community, today is transformed by artisanal gold mining and child labour. With the support of ACCEL Africa, the community is making a change—moving children...

Our impact, their story

From acceptance to action: Kuchiko, Nigeria unites to end child labour in artisanal gold mining

In Kuchiko, Nigeria, poverty led many families to rely on mining for survival, including children. Through the ACCEL Africa project, the community learned about the risks children face in mining and the importance of education. This story highlights...

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Why now is the time to rethink temporary labour migration

A newly published ILO anthology, "Temporary labour migration: Towards social justice?" explores the challenges, policy choices, and innovative approaches shaping temporary labour migration worldwide. The book’s co-editors, ILO experts Christiane...

Podcast series: Global challenges – Global solutions

Employment Impact Assessment: What we know and why it matters

Good employment policies underpin efforts to create more and better jobs, address decent work deficits and realize the 2030 Agenda and Sustainable Development Goals, specifically SDG 8 on decent work and economic growth. This podcast explains how...

Agri-businesses ecosystem

Advancing agri-businesses through improved and inclusive entrepreneurship ecosystems in the Sidama Region of Ethiopia

Key actors in Ethiopia’s agri-entrepreneurship sector gathered in Hawassa to validate a study on ecosystem challenges. The study identified major barriers in market access and financing for small agri-businesses in Sidama. Stakeholders discussed...

A collaborative approach to unlocking growth drivers for sustainable productivity in Viet Nam

Policymakers, businesses, and international partners unite at the National Forum on Unlocking Drivers for Labour Productivity, to address key constraints and seize new opportunities for inclusive, sustainable economic growth.

Employment injury beneficiary

A family’s tragedy, a company’s promise

After losing the last of his children, Johirul Hoque found solace and a friend in his late son's employer, who promptly reported the fatal factory accident and helped him to apply for compensation through a pilot employment injury scheme in...

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Solar energy gives power to youths and technical schools through ILO Project in Lebanon

An ongoing initiative provides hands-on training in renewable energy, creating job opportunities and sustainable solutions amid Lebanon’s ongoing crisis.

Spotlight Interviews with Co-operators

Interview with Guido Schwarzendahl, CEO of Bauverein Halle & Leuna eG, and President of Cooperative Housing International

“Spotlight Interviews with Co-operators” is a series of interviews with co-operators from around the world with whom ILO officials have crossed paths during the course of their work on cooperatives and the wider Social and Solidarity Economy (SSE)....

The ILO collaborates with Niger state government to combat child labour

The ILO Country Office Director for Abuja, Ms Vanessa Phala, pays a courtesy Visit on Farmer Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago of Niger State, updates him on ILO ACCEL Africa Project  achievements in Niger State and pledges more commitments to...

Our impact, their voices

Alberto’s mission to empower his community

A trainer from Timor-Leste seeks to empower his community on sustainable farming systems following his training with the Agroforestry Skills Project, which is funded by the European Union and implemented by the ILO.

A tripartite workshop paves the way for apprenticeship reform in Guinea

Guinea is taking a decisive step towards reshaping its apprenticeship training system. From February 4 to 7, 2025, a tripartite consultation workshop brought together public authorities, social partners (employers and trade unions), civil society...

World Day of Social Justice

"Social Justice", a vibrant anthem for all workers

Discover "Social Justice," the latest song from Madagascar's Rapo Atlas, a tribute to all workers.