Research
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Reducing gender gaps would significantly benefit women, society and the economy
ILO report shows closing the gender gaps by 25 per cent by 2025 could add US$ 5.8 trillion to the global economy and boost tax revenue.
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Global unemployment expected to rise by 3.4 million in 2017
Economic growth continues to disappoint and deficits in decent work remain widespread
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Global wage growth falls to its lowest level in four years
Wage recovery in some developed economies was not sufficient to offset the decline in emerging and developing countries
Recent research projects
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Handbook on assessment of labour provisions in trade and investment
A short analysis on the design, scope, implementation and effectiveness of labour provisions in a practical and accessible manner.
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What works: Active labour market policies in Latin America and the Caribbean
This report examines the effectiveness of active labour market policies implemented in Latin America.
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International Labour Review
Global multidisciplinary journal of employment and social issues
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ILO Century Project
The Century Project aims to expand and share historical knowledge on the world of work and on the ILO's role in changing political and economic circumstances