GB.344/POL/3

Update on preparations for the Fifth Global Conference on the Elimination of Child Labour

This document provides an overview of the progress made in the preparations for the Fifth Global Conference on the Elimination of Child Labour, to be hosted by the Government of South Africa in the week of 15–20 May 2022. The document provides updated information and presents the principal outcomes of the preparatory regional consultations and the discussion on the title, agenda and envisaged outcomes. It also touches upon participation, communication and logistical and financial aspects. Lastly, it sets out the role of the ILO constituents and other partners in the preparatory process and during the conference. (See the draft decision in paragraph 23.)