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Stakeholders agree to strengthen labour protection in Uganda’s growing digital economy

The third thematic session of the Community of Practice on Decent Work in the Digital Economy led by the ILO and FUE highlighted the need for adapting legal and regulatory frameworks to ensure decent work for digital workers.

‘AI Skilling for Chinese TVET Trainers Toolkit’ Practitioner Consultative Workshop successfully held in Baoji

On 18 and 19 December 2024, the International Labour Organization (ILO) and the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security (MOHRSS) jointly held the ‘AI Skilling for Chinese TVET Trainers Toolkit’ Practitioner Consultative Workshop in Baoji,...

ILO co-hosts dialogue on inclusive digital transformation in Ethiopia

Along with the Government of Ethiopia, the social dialogue event validated survey findings to improve Ethiopia's Digital Inclusion Strategy, emphasizing refugees’ access to technology.

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200 youth successfully complete Japan’s specified skilled worker – nursing care training programme, supported by NYSC, ILO, and the...

ILO pledges to continue protecting private education workers' rights as Jordan raises minimum wage

Memorandums of Understanding signed with twenty schools across the country to strengthen adherence to the Unified Contract and empower female teachers in private schools

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ILO and partners advance refugee inclusion in Ethiopia’s National Health Systems

Key stakeholders in Ethiopia convened a high-level dialogue to strengthen social health protection, discussing refugee inclusion in national health systems and expanding Community-Based Health Insurance to ensure equitable healthcare access for all.

ILO’s GALAB Project strengthens Ghana’s social protection against child labour

A recent ILO-led workshop in Akosombo gathered Ghanaian government, civil society, and social welfare leaders to enhance the Livelihood Empowerment Against Poverty (LEAP) social protection programme by adding child labour indicators. This step is...

Partnerships

ILO and National Bank of Egypt partner to empower small and medium enterprises

A recent partnership between the ILO and the National Bank of Egypt aims to provide financial and non-financial services to micro, small and medium enterprises in Egypt.

Jamaica Household Workers' Union strengthening expertise in industrial relations

ILO-supported initiative will enhance JHWU ability to advocate for equitable labour rights and an end to child labour.

ILO collaborates with Kenyan Tripartite Partners to improve labour standards reporting

New ILO report

Labour justice for every worker in Moldova

In a significant stride towards enhancing labour justice in Moldova, the ILO has unveiled the report “Effective access to labour justice for all in the Republic of Moldova: challenges and solutions”. This report is poised to assist the Moldovan...

Angola launches the 1st Bulletin of Social Protection Statistics

For the first time, comprehensive data with the relevant indicators on social protection in the country were released.

Conference highlights need for enhanced motivational support in Bosnia and Herzegovina’s employment services

In recent years, Bosnia and Herzegovina’s labour market has made notable progress. However, many people still encounter significant obstacles that hinder their equal participation. This is particularly true for people in long-term unemployment,...

ILO’s Ship to Shore Rights Southeast Asia Programme extends its programme in Indonesia for another four years

The ILO’s Ship to Shore Rights Southeast Asia Programme organizes its last NPAC meeting and announces a programme extension for another four years.

Institutional capacity building

Strengthening employers' voice in Libya

General Libyan Union of Chambers of Commerce (GLUCC) rolls out further training to its members on effective management of employer and business membership organizations (EBMOs)

International migrants are vital force in the global labour market

International migrants are playing a crucial role in the global economy and made up 4.7 per cent of the total global labour force in 2022, with most employed in high-income countries and in key sectors such as services, notably care provision.

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ILO strengthens capacity of South-East Asia policymakers to deliver evidence-based solutions for labour market challenges

The International Labour Organization (ILO) launches an intensive training course designed to address the growing need for evidence-based policymaking in South-East Asia.

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ILO and Jordan Cooperative Corporation partner to strengthen cooperatives and promote decent work in Jordan

New agreement focuses on training, governance, and digital tools to empower Jordan's cooperative sector.

Empowering Timor-Leste’s young artisans through coconut fiber products and coconut charcoal/briquettes

A hands-on coconut fiber and shells training programme, equipped participants with valuable skills to transform coconut fiber and shells into products with economic potential.

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ILO joins forces with MITI Malaysia to enhance awareness of good labour practices among enterprises

Workshop in Kuala Lumpur equips manufacturing enterprises with technical knowledge of Responsible Business Conduct, Human Rights Due Diligence and ESG