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ILO Director-General reaffirms importance of the Declaration of Philadelphia for Social Justice
On the 80th anniversary of the Declaration of Philadelphia, ILO Director-General Gilbert F. Houngbo underscores its enduring relevance in advocating for social justice, human rights, and solidarity as a basis for sustainable and lasting peace.
Social Justice
Labour Day heightens urgency for renewed commitment to social justice
Celebration of Labour Day has a sense of urgency for renewed commitment to social justice, as we navigate through the complexities of our time, including climate change and the rapid evolution of the workplace due to technological advancements.
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Reflections on Bangladesh's progress on safety and health at work
The World Day for Safety and Health at Work is an opportunity to reflect on the progress made since Bangladesh began commemoration of the day in 2016.
Statement agreed by the meeting participants of the Pacific Tripartite High-Level Dialogue on Decent Work and the 2050 Strategy for the Blue Pacific Continent
World Day for Safety and Health at Work
Why safety and health at work is essential for social justice
As climate change intensifies, workers around the globe find themselves at an increased risk of exposure to hazards such as excessive heat, ultraviolet radiation, extreme weather events, air pollution, vector-borne diseases and agrochemicals. The time to act is now!
Spring Meetings of the World Bank and the IMF
ILO Director-General statement to the IMF International Monetary and Financial Committee and to the joint World Bank-IMF Development Committee
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ILO is committed to Decent Work amid conflicts in Sudan
On the first anniversary of the war in Sudan, ILO stands in solidarity with the people of the country as they face danger, displacement, job losses, and economic decline.
India can reap its demographic dividend by investing in the care and gig economies
Opening remarks by Satoshi Sasaki, Deputy Director, ILO DWT/CO-New Delhi at the 64th Annual Indian Society for Labour Economics Conference
Digital labour platforms can advance social justice by focussing on worker welfare
Opening Remarks at the OMI Foundation's National Dialogue: Social Protection and Sustainable Welfare in the Platform Economy by Satoshi Sasaki, Deputy Director, ILO DWT/CO-New Delhi
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Bailey Road Restaurant and other recent fire incidents show again how enforcement, prevention and safety culture is needed to keep work- and public places safe
The tragic Dhaka Bailey Road fire, originating from the restaurant in the Green Cozy Cottage Shopping Mall, underscores the devastating consequences of lax oversight and inadequate safety measures in commercial buildings.
Opening address at the Capacity building review workshop of regional strategic compliance plans
By Mr Khalid Hassan, Director of the ILO Country Office for the Philippines at the Capacity building review workshop of regional strategic compliance plans, 12 March 2024, Manila, Philippines
International Women's Day 2024
Ensuring gender equality is the right thing, the good thing and a must for the survival of our humanity
On the occasion of International Women's Day 2024, ILO Country Office Director for China and Mongolia Changhee Lee was invited and delivered a speech to promote gender equality at workplace on an UN Global Compact event of "Working together to create a future of diversity and inclusion for enterprises".
International Women's Day
Gender equality matters for all of us
In his message for International Women’s Day, ILO Director-General, Gilbert F. Houngbo, says there is no social justice without gender equality.
Opening address of the Director-General of the ILO to the 350th Session of the Governing Body
Opening address at the Women workers’ forum on the ILO Convention 190: Moving forward in policy and practice
By Mr Khalid Hassan, Director of the ILO Country Office for the Philippines at the Women workers’ forum on the ILO Convention 190: Moving forward in policy and practice, 1 March 2024, Manila, Philippines
World Day of Social Justice reminds us of the importance of decent work
Momentum is growing on the need to prioritize social justice, recognizing it as both a moral obligation and a critical component in the pursuit of enduring peace and sustainable development.
Center for Strategic and International Studies, Washington D.C.
Advancing Decent Work and Labour Rights Globally
In his keynote address to the event hosted by the Center for Strategic and International Studies in Washington D.C., ILO Director-General, Gilbert F. Houngbo, says the fight for decent work and labour rights is one that demands our urgent attention.
Opening address at the launch of the Women Entrepreneurs Peer Programme
By Mr Khalid Hassan, Director, ILO Country Office for the Philippines at the launch of the Women Entrepreneurs Peer Programme, 30 January 2024, Manila, Philippines
Closing address at the STEM in TVET Summit
By Mr Khalid Hassan, Director, ILO Country Office for the Philippines at the at the STEM in TVET Summit, 26 January 2024, Manila, Philippines
ECOSOC Special Meeting
Navigating the Future of Work: A call for inclusive and sustainable solutions
In his address to the ECOSOC Special Meeting on “The Future of Work: towards a productive, inclusive and sustainable global society,” ILO Director-General, Gilbert F. Houngbo, explains how advancing decent work and social justice are pivotal to address the challenges and opportunities presented by technological advancements, demographic shifts, and the climate crisis.