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ILO’s GALAB project trains social services in Ghana to address child labour and forced labour

The GALAB Project has strengthened the capacity of local officials in Ghana to prevent and address child labour. The training equipped participants with strategies for prevention and integration of child protection into development plans. The newly...

Advanced training programme in solar energy

ILO and FYCCI launch advanced solar energy training programme to empower technicians and strengthen Yemen's renewable energy sector

This programme, with funding from the EU and Sweden, represents a significant step toward building local expertise in renewable energy solutions.

ILO Director-General pledges increased support for Ukraine

During his visit to Kyiv, ILO Director-General Gilbert F. Houngbo pledged to increase support for Ukraine, highlighting the organization's commitment to aiding the country's labor market recovery amid the ongoing war.

Migration

ILO and Canada launch initiative to promote labor integration of Venezuelan refugee and migrant women in Colombia, Peru and Ecuador

The project financed by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will seek, within the framework of the Regional Strategy for Socio-economic Integration, to contribute to the socio-economic integration of migrants in these three...

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Regional Initiative Latin America and the Caribbean Free of Child Labour marks 10 Years

The X Annual Meeting of the Focal Points Network of the Regional Initiative (RI) Latin America and the Caribbean Free of Child Labour will bring together representatives from 31 countries across the region, employers’ and workers’ organizations, the...

30 labour officials gather for ILO Symposium on Labour Dispute Resolution and Prevention in the Caribbean

Event closed with the adoption of conclusions to serve as a roadmap for reducing barriers to labour justice.

HIV/AIDS

Digital skills transformed my business

In Douyin, a woman confidently struts down the street in a floral dress, effortlessly displaying the elegance and beauty of her clothing with every step and gesture. The master behind the video is Rufen, a member of the LGBTIQ+ community and a...

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Refugee Youth Call for Action on Education, Employment, and Leadership at Global Summit

The ILO, UNHCR and UNICEF organized a High-Level Dialogue and Reception on the margins of the Summit of the Future 2024 where young refugees advocated for stronger global commitment to inclusive and sustainable solutions for displaced youth.

UNOPS and ILO join forces to strengthen the UN’s sustainable procurement processes

The International Labour Organization (ILO) and UNOPS will begin exploring ways to integrate UNOPS’s wide programme for sustainable procurement into the ILO’s procurement process.

ILO Mexico and the Government of Canada Launch Joint Project to Strengthen Labor Relations in Mexico with a gender approach

#Jobs4dev

ILO advocates inclusive growth at Global Labour Conference

ILO actively participated in the 2024 Jobs and Development Conference, a global event aimed at improving job outcomes and promoting inclusive economic growth.

On behalf of the UNTFSSE, ILO presents Secretary-General's Report on the Social and Solidarity Economy at UN General Assembly's 79th Session

14–18 October

ILO’s Commitment to Skills Development at Africa Skills Week 2024

Asia Expert Roundtable on Unemployment Protection 2024

Regional meet seeks to strengthen unemployment protection schemes across Asia

Representatives from 15 Asian countries share insights and strategies to enhance social resilience and economic stability for workers in the region.

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ILO launches training to boost market-driven livelihood solutions for refugees and host communities in Jordan

AIMS training program equips local experts to enhance employment opportunities through sustainable, market-focused interventions as part of the ILO PROSPECTS initiative.

Event

ILO successfully co-organized the 6th UN Responsible Business and Human Rights Forum, Asia-Pacific

Social dialogue key to addressing the profound changes transforming the world of work

Balancing a competitive and agile labour market with fairness and inclusivity for all will be key to addressing new labour market challenges, says ILO Deputy Regional Director for Arab States Peter Rademaker at an event to promote social dialogue in...

Partnerships

ILO and Slovenia partner to combat child labour in Egypt

The ILO and the Embassy of Slovenia in Egypt have joined forces to launch a ground-breaking initiative focused on sustainable, gender-sensitive income-generating activities and education support for at-risk children.

Ensuring fair recruitment practices is essential in Mongolia's fight against forced labour

The Mongolian recruitment sector is keen to explore fair recruitment practices as a way to eliminate forced labour. Various stakeholders are joining forces to drive positive changes within the industry.

Lebanon crisis

ILO and partners take shock-response measures to support persons with disabilities in Lebanon

The measures, taken by the Ministry of Social Affairs, the ILO and UNICEF, under the National Disability Allowance programme, provide emergency cash assistance to persons with disabilities affected by the continuing conflict in Lebanon.