Press releases
October 2023
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21st International Conference of Labour Statisticians
Facing rapid changes in the world of work, labour statisticians meet to update measurement of key concepts of labour statistics
11 October 2023
The International Conference of Labour Statisticians, the global standard-setting body for labour market statistics, is meeting at the ILO to review new trends and requirements in data gathering and usage, and methods for measuring key indicators related to advancing social justice.
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Media Advisory
ILO to hold 21st International Conference of Labour Statisticians
05 October 2023
The major conference will take place at the ILO headquarters in Geneva from 11-20 October 2023. This edition will celebrate the centenary of the Conference, that was first held in October 1923.
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ILO to train 100 engineers in Jordan on labour-based technology
04 October 2023
The ILO in Jordan signs a new implementation agreement with the Jordan Engineers Association to train 100 engineers and private contractors on a Certified Competence Programme for Engineers.
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ILO Myanmar Commission of Inquiry finds far-reaching violations of freedom of association and forced labour Conventions
04 October 2023
The Commission of Inquiry urges the Myanmar military authorities to immediately cease all forms of violence, torture and other inhumane treatment against trade unionists, and to end all forms of forced or compulsory labour.
September 2023
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The State of Kuwait, the European Union and the International Labour Organization join efforts to advance Just Transition ahead of COP-28
28 September 2023
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28 September 2023
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#thiswaytosocialjustice
ILO launches global communication campaign to promote inequality reduction and social justice
28 September 2023
Launched at the Global Citizen Festival in New York, the ILO “This Way to Social Justice" campaign calls for urgent action to reduce inequalities in the world of work.
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ILO conducts a training of trainers for tripartite partners on Occupational Safety and Health in Syria
26 September 2023
The training equipped participants with expertise in the field of occupational safety and health in various sectors of economic activity, especially in the construction sector.
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North Sulawesi moves towards a sustainable and innovative green and blue tourism
26 September 2023
The three-day Green Jobs Forum held in Manado, conducted by the ILO and its partners, promotes sustainable tourism in North Sulawesi that preserves the environment, supports local livelihoods, and promotes responsible practices.
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Ensuring a workplace free of violence and sexual harassment, Minister of Manpower-ILO launch new guidelines for labour inspection
25 September 2023
Supported by the ILO, this guide equips labour inspectors with the necessary knowledge to identify gender-related biases and violations.