Labour migration
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According to the ILO global estimates on migrant workers, in 2013, migrant workers accounted for 150 million of the world’s approximately 232 million international migrants. Migrant workers contribute to growth and development in their countries of destination, while countries of origin greatly benefit from their remittances and the skills acquired during their migration experience. Yet, the migration process implies complex challenges in terms of governance, migrant workers' protection, migration and development linkages, and international cooperation. The ILO works to forge policies to maximize the benefits of labour migration for all those involved.
Latest news
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News
The new landmark recommendation recognises cooperatives’ role toward building peace and resilience
26 June 2017
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106th International Labour Conference
ILO standards can help regulate migration
26 June 2017
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New report
ILO report highlights Jordanian labour market challenges
20 June 2017
Highlights
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Event
Labour Migration Academy
3 - 14 July 2017
Turin, Italy
Deadline for application: 26 May 2017 -
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Feature article
With Millions Displaced by Climate Change or Extreme Weather, Is There a Role for Labor Migration Pathways ?
03 February 2017
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Policies and programmes
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Good practices database
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Selected publications
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General Survey
Promoting fair migration - General Survey concerning the migrant workers instruments (2016)
22 February 2016
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ILO global estimates on migrant workers
15 December 2015