Videos
2015
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The impact of long-term unemployment
20 January 2015
Steven Tobin, Team Leader in the ILO's Research Department, looks at the impact of long-term unemployment in advanced economies and the job prospects for young people in developing economies, based on the ILO's flagship report: "World Employment & Social Outlook Trends 2015". (Closed Captions available)
2014
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Global wage growth down since the financial crisis with no sign of recovery - alerts the ILO
05 December 2014
Wage growth around the world slowed in 2013 to 2.0 per cent and has yet to catch up to the pre-crisis rates of about 3.0 per cent, according to the ILO's Global Wage Report 2014/2015. A modest wage growth was driven by some emerging economies where wages increased by 6.7 per cent in 2012 and 5.9 per cent in 2013. "By contrast, in developed economies wages are stagnated, leading to decreasing living standards and an increase of inequality, closely linked to wage inequality" said Sandra Polaski, the ILO’s Deputy Director-General for Policy.
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Global Wage Report in short: Patrick Belser
05 December 2014
The ILO Global Wage Report 2014 warns of stalled wages in many countries and points to the labour market as a driver of inequality. Senior ILO Economist, Patrick Belser explains. (Closed captions available)
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Zimbabwe: Fighting for her life and her job
01 December 2014
Forced to reveal her HIV status at work, Gloria’s story – as told by actress Ratidzo Mambo - is one of courage. People living with HIV often face stigma and discrimination at work and in their everyday lives. Many of those affected are not able to tell their own stories.
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Somali Voices: Ahmed Ali Adam
25 November 2014
Ahmed Ali Adam, a beneficiary of the project: "Youth for Change", tells his story. The Youth for Change is a joint initiative between ILO, UNDP and UNICEF. The programme, funded by the Government of Japan, provides young people with an opportunity for social rehabilitation and economic reintegration.
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Fostering dialogue for job-rich growth and social progress in Africa
22 August 2014
In an interview with CNBC Africa, Aeneas Chuma, ILO's Regional Director for Africa, emphasises the need to foster cooperation between governments, employers', workers' organizations in bringing economic progress and social transformation. Mr. Chuma highlights the priorities and role of the organization in setting labour standards, developing policies and devising programmes to make a difference in the lives of African people.
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ILO Regional Director interview with AIT, Abuja, Nigeria
09 June 2014
ABUJA (ILO News) -- ILO's Assistant Director-General and Regional Director for Africa, Aeneas Chuma has called for greater cooperation among Governments, Employers and Workers to fight unemployment and promote inclusive growth in the African region.
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Labour Migration: What are the Somali's workers expectations from the ILO?
09 June 2014
Migration is one of the topics of discussion at the 103rd International Labour Conference which is being held from 28 May to 12 June 2014 in Geneva. The following is an interview with Mr Omar Faruk Osman Nur, General Secretary of Federation of Somali Trade Unions (FESTU) who expresses his views on labour migration in Somalia. He also underlines his expectations from the ILO on Migration issue.
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ILO calls for strong commitment to jobs ahead of Ouaga+10 Summit
06 June 2014
High levels of youth unemployment and inequalities call for more pro-employment policies to promote job-rich growth in Africa’s development.
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Africa: Unemployment rate threatens social stability
07 May 2014
Despite signs of a rising economy, unemployment and underemployment rates remain huge in Africa. Speaking to CNBC at the World Economic Forum on Africa 2014, Aeneas Chuma, ILO's Regional Director for Africa, said the continent lacks a common approach to tackle the jobs crisis. Chuma also stressed the need to invest in growth which generates decent jobs, especially for young people.