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Social and solidarity economy highlighted at high-level conference on Global Roadmap for a New Economy

At a high-level conference on Global Roadmap for a New Economy, participants discussed policy approaches to eradicating poverty and advancing well-being. The social and solidarity economy was highlighted as a pathway for decent work, social justice...

Governance remains stagnant, with decline more common than progress, ILO report says

Three decades of data show limited progress and frequent setbacks, with implications for investment, institutions and employers’ organizations.

Rethinking social protection across borders for migrant domestic workers

A research event organized by the ILO STREAM Programme presented new research and practical solutions to ensure that those who provide care across the South Asia–GCC corridor are themselves protected and cared for.

Officers of the ILO Committee on maritime labour urge immediate action to protect seafarers stranded in the Strait of Hormuz

Representatives of governments, seafarers and shipowners call on Member States to protect seafarers at a time of heightened violence at sea in the Middle East region.

Malawi endorses new Workers’ Compensation Bill for sustainable work injury protection

Malawi moves to strengthen worker protection as stakeholders endorse a new Workers’ Compensation Bill, paving the way for a modern, sustainable social insurance scheme to improve work injury benefits and expand coverage nationwide.

Skills recognition in agriculture

ILO supports skills recognition in agriculture through training of assessors in Ethiopia

ILO is advancing skills recognition in Ethiopia’s agriculture sector as Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) assessors complete a four-day training in Arba Minch, an initiative that equips assessors to formally recognise skills gained through...

Child Labour

Toward a Child Labor-Free Supply Chain: Honduras Trains Its Rural Youth in Specialized Coffee Processing

The ILO-led CLEAR Supply Chains Project is working to increase opportunities for decent work for adults and young workers in the coffee value chain to prevent child labour.

EU-funded ILO PROSPER Project news

Strengthening rural development in Belize through ILO engagement

The ILO strengthens its support to Belize’s rural development agenda by advancing the Local Economic Development Policy Framework and aligning EU-funded ILO PROSPER Project actions with the National Rural Development Strategy to promote inclusive,...

Press release

ILO and Banda Aceh City Government collaborate to strengthen MSMEs and support the Perfume City Programme

A collaborative effort to strengthen the patchouli value chain as part of realizing Banda Aceh as a Perfume City by expanding MSMEs’ access to finance, markets and digitalization.

Social security reform

Saint Kitts and Nevis steps up on social security: Tripartite national dialogue on reform gains momentum

A landmark stakeholder conference hosted by the St. Christopher and Nevis Social Security Board signals a turning point for the Federation's pension system.

Social Security (Minimum Standards) Convention, 1952 (No. 102)

Uzbekistan deepens understanding of Convention No. 102 through national tripartite seminar

Tripartite constituents in Uzbekistan advance dialogue on the ILO Social Security (Minimum Standards) Convention and its role in strengthening national social protection systems.

Employers' organizations

Employers in Kyrgyzstan advance plans for national confederation

Employers’ associations in Kyrgyzstan move towards establishing a national confederation of employers to strengthen coordination and representation at country level.

ILO project strengthens resilience and social cohesion through inclusive livelihoods and jobs in Mali

The initiative, funded by Japan, demonstrates how employment‑intensive approaches can promote decent work and build resilience among displaced and host communities.

Partnership

African Union and ILO advance second joint plan to drive decent work and social justice in Africa

The African Union and the ILO are launching a new phase of their partnership to drive jobs, skills, social protection and inclusive growth across Africa, with a 2025–2029 plan focused on scaling up delivery and measurable impact.

World Day for Safety and Health at Work 2026

840,000 deaths a year linked to psychosocial risks at work

New global report shows how poorly designed or managed work, including high demands, long hours, and job insecurity in poorly managed workplaces are damaging workers’ health and the economy.

Press Release

Colombo hosts sub-regional learning hub on decent work and the care economy

Armenian employers promote formalization for business growth

A high-level conference in Yerevan brought together tripartite constituents to discuss practical approaches to advancing formalization and supporting business growth in Armenia.

Social Protection

Angola strengthens social protection policies with new national data bulletin

Angola has launched a second social protection statistics bulletin to help policymakers close coverage gaps, improve programmes and expand protection. The publication strengthens the use of data to guide more inclusive and effective social policies.

ILO/China Partnership Programme

ILO/China Partnership Project drives inclusive skills development in Cambodia

The project supports the transformation of Cambodia’s TVET system, equipping workers with skills aligned to labour market needs while advancing South–South and Triangular Cooperation.

News

Japanese trade unions strengthen responsible business conduct to promote labour rights

ILO contributes to executive training for trade union leaders, highlighting global trends in business and human rights, corporate responsibility, and their roles in guiding enterprises.