Photos and videos
Multimedia
-
Download our photos from Flickr
Working lives in the Philippines
-
Watch our videos on Youtube
A human-centred COVID-19 recovery
2020
-
COVID-19 and the World of work
COVID-19 pandemic and Migrant workers: What role for Trade Unions?
30 July 2020
There are 164 millions migrant workers around the world and they have been very impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. How can trade unions protect migrant workers during the COVID-19 crisis? Learn more here..
-
Video
Int'l Labour Org warns of uncertain, incomplete labor market recovery amid rising COVID-19 cases
02 July 2020
The International Labour Organisation warns of an uncertain and incomplete labour market recovery as economies struggle with a continued rise in new COVID-19 infections. ILO labour economist Christian Viegelahn notes the Philippines is still far from recovery amid the continued rise of COVID-19 cases. He adds getting the virus under control is key to a sustainable recovery.
-
Video
ILO: Jobs crisis due to COVID-19 to worsen if returning OFWs not given proper reintegration | ANC
29 June 2020
Rex Varona, the National Project Coordinator of the International Labour Organization (ILO) says the jobs crisis created by the COVID-19 pandemic may turn into a catastrophe if returning Filipino migrant workers are not given proper reintegration.
-
Video
ILO sees 60 per cent drop in earnings of informal workers due to pandemic | ANC
27 June 2020
The International Labour Organization (ILO) says informal workers are bearing the brunt of the COVID-19 pandemic's impact on the global economy. This as the supply chain gets disrupted from both the demand and the supply side. ILO enterprise specialist Fredy Guayacan notes that as much as 73 per cent of the global informal economy has been heavily impacted by the crisis. He adds that while many sectors have been able to move their operations online, businesses that cannot digitize are heavily impacted.
-
COVID-19 and the Workers' Organisations
COVID-19 Pandemic and Migrant workers: the experience from Nepal...
25 June 2020
Migrant workers are exposed to vulnerable situations, decent work deficits and inequalities in normal times, and the COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated their situations. Ramesh Badal from the General Federation of Nepalese Trade Unions (GEFONT) shares the challenges faced by migrants workers in Nepal and the actions taken by Unions to support them in the country.
-
COVID-19 and the Workers' Organisations
COVID-19 Pandemic and Migrant workers: the experience from Bahrain...
24 June 2020
Migrant workers are exposed to vulnerable situations, decent work deficits and inequalities in normal times, and the COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated their situations. Mohamed Musaed from the General Federation of Bahrain Trade Unions (GFBTU) shares the challenges faced by migrants workers in Bahrain and the actions taken by Unions to support them in the country.
-
Future of Work
Book launch: Still Work Work to be Done...
19 June 2020
In this book, Luc Cortebeeck explains the essential role to be played by the International Labour Organization to achieve Social Justice and Decent Work across the world. As former chairperson of the ILO Governing Body, Luc Cortebeeck shares also his expectations vis-à-vis the ILO and its constituents to build the post-coronavirus world...
-
© Jean‐Pierre Pellissier / ILO 2023
COVID-19 and the World of work
COVID 19 Pandemic: Stimulating the Economy Recovery and Jobs
18 June 2020
The ILO policy framework is hinged on four key pillars in tackling the COVID-19 crisis on the basis of International Labour Standards. What can trade unions do to implement the pillar on stimulating the economy and jobs?Learn more here...
-
COVID-19 and the World of work
Covid-19 Prevention mitigation measures: Ten Action Points for Trade Unions
10 June 2020
Across the globe, Governments are now confronted with the major challenge of putting in place appropriate exit strategies to come out of COVID-19 pandemic.What is the role of trade unions during lockdowns, shutdowns and re-opening? Learn more here...
-
Video
World's youth lose jobs due to COVID-19: ILO | ANC
28 May 2020
The International Labour Organization said 1 in 6 young people lost their jobs due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Job losses and reduction in income are just few of the pandemic's impacts on the youth, ILO labour economist Christian Vielgelahn told ABS-CBN News Channel's Market Edge.
-
COVID-19 and the World of work
COVID-19 Pandemic: Youth and Trade unions in digital work
26 May 2020
Since 2000, the development of technologies has seen an increase in the number of digital work and digital labour platforms in both developing and developed countries. At the same, with the onset of Covid-19 pandemic and the numerous restrictive lockdown measures, many organizations have resorted to teleworking, which is a form of digital work.
-
Video
ILO: Employers must secure their workers' health first before their incomes | ANC
20 May 2020
Current gaps in social protection could compromise COVID-19 recovery plans. Nuno Cunha, Senior Specialist on Social Protection at the International Labour Organization (ILO) highlights the importance of social protection on the ABS-CBN News Channel.
-
© P.Lopez/ AFP 2023
COVID-19 and the World of work
COVID-19 and the ILO Recommendation 205
19 May 2020
The ILO Recommendation No 205 on Employment and Decent Work for Peace and Resilience, adopted in 2017 (R205) deals with crises arising from both conflicts and disasters and it is very topical as it gives guidance for situation such as the one we are facing now with COVID-19.
-
COVID-19 and the World of work
Protecting Workers in the Informal Economy during COVID-19 Pandemic
30 April 2020
The global Coronavirus pandemic is profoundly affecting the world of work.What do workers in the informal need and how can policy makers protect their lives and livelihoods? Learn more here...
-
© Kenzo Tribouillard / AFP 2023
COVID-19 and the World of Work
COVID-19: What role for Workers' Organizations?
17 April 2020
The COVID-19 outbreak is the most severe crisis facing the world since the Second World War. It is not just a public health issue, but causing massive disruptions in the world of work. Workers’ organizations have a crucial role in combating the outbreak. Discover how...
-
ABS-CBN News
Virus lockdowns cut work hours of 195 million worldwide: ILO
14 April 2020
-
ABS-CBN News
The role of government and the social partners is critical to mitigate impact of COVID-19, says ILO
22 March 2020
Lawrence Jeff Johnson, Director of the ILO's Research Department OIC, talks to news broadcaster ABS-CBN News in the Philippines about the impact COVID-19 is having on the world of work.
-
COVID-19: Protecting workers
5 Things to know for effective teleworking
16 March 2020
Jon Messenger, the ILO's expert on working conditions, shares his top five tips for effective teleworking during the COVID-19 crisis.
-
Video
ILO100 Walkway Experience
31 January 2020
The Makati elevated walkway, the longest sky bridge in the Philippines, featured an ILO100 walkway experience.
-
World Employment and Social Outlook – Trends 2020
Untapped potential, uncertain futures
20 January 2020
Unemployment is projected to rise in the next two years but that is only part of the picture. Watch the "World Employment and Social Outlook – Trends 2020" report in short.