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We are the ILO, the UN agency for the world of work.
Advancing social justice, promoting decent work, since 1919.
Meet Yaye Coumba, who leads a fish-processing cooperative in Senegal.

By working together, the women in her community have gained income, recognition and the courage to speak out against violence and harassment.

📹Her story https://ow.ly/VopH50XxuyA

#RatifyC190 #16Days
November 26, 2025 at 8:01 AM
Sexual harassment has no place in the world of work. 🚫
Yet, too many women still face violence and harassment daily.

It’s time to ensure safe and dignified workplaces for everyone.
Let’s make it clear: #NoExcuse for harassment.
Join the call. #RatifyC190 #16Days
November 25, 2025 at 2:42 PM
A message from Gilbert F. Houngbo, Director-General of the ILO, on the occasion of the launch of the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence.

#16Days #RatifyC190
November 24, 2025 at 6:57 PM
How will the conclusions of #SocialSummit2025 shape the future of work?

The final episode of our special podcast series looks at what renewed commitments on poverty eradication, #DecentWork and social inclusion mean in practice.

🎧 Listen now: ow.ly/XOL250XvNxz
November 21, 2025 at 2:52 PM
🔴138 million children are in child labour.

ILO/@UNICEF joint report shows progress is slowing — urgent action is needed to reverse the trend.

Learn more: https://ow.ly/xVeq50W7FJM

#WorldChildrensDay #EndChildLabour @ILO_Childlabour
November 20, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Today we celebrate International Women’s Entrepreneurship Day!

Women’s entrepreneurship is crucial for social and economic development, and represents a powerful pathway to advance gender equality in the world of work.

👩‍💻👩‍🎨👩‍🚀👩‍⚕️👩‍🍳👩‍🏫👩‍🔧👩‍🔬👩‍⚖️👩‍🌾👩‍✈️👩‍🚒👮‍♀️
November 19, 2025 at 8:05 AM
The @ilo’s Governing Body holds its 355th Session at ILO headquarters in Geneva from 17 to 27 November 2025.

🗞️More info: www.ilo.org/ilo-governin...
November 17, 2025 at 12:27 PM
A #JustTransition strengthens resilience through universal social protection and occupational safety and health.

#COP30
November 14, 2025 at 8:13 AM
Collective bargaining & social dialogue can advance #DecentWork in the arts and entertainment sector.

From film, music & theatre to broadcasting, visual arts & digital media, informality and precarious work persist. 🎶🎭

Learn more: ow.ly/7RqA50XqVr8
November 13, 2025 at 11:45 AM
📍 We’re on the ground at #COP30!

The #JustTransition Pavilion has kicked off, with discussions on reskilling workers for a greener future, heat stress and workers’ safety, and the role of youth in a green era.

ℹ️ Check out what’s coming up: ow.ly/lhYl50XqmPo
November 12, 2025 at 2:53 PM
Gender inequalities in labour income have narrowed over the past twenty years but remain significant.

⚠️ In 2025, women earned only 52 cents for every dollar earned by men.

Discover more about labour-income gender inequalities at work in our new blog: ow.ly/tphz50XpPLg
November 11, 2025 at 10:59 AM
The future of work must be sustainable and inclusive.

✅ Invest in skills and sustainable enterprises.

#JustTransition #COP30
November 10, 2025 at 8:00 AM
📢 The
@ilo
welcomed the adoption of the Doha Political Declaration, the outcome of #SocialSummit2025 and reaffirmed its role in advancing the 2030 Agenda and promoting #DecentWork and #SocialJustice worldwide.

Learn more: ow.ly/6uX850Xovgp
November 7, 2025 at 4:54 PM
The #SocialSummit2025 made today’s most pressing goal clear: build societies that are more resilient, inclusive and sustainable.

Because everyone deserves an equal chance at quality jobs and shared prosperity.

📹 Manuela Tomei, ILO Assistant Director-General, updates us from Doha.
November 6, 2025 at 4:57 PM
Can the Doha Summit revive global social justice?

Why it matters and what’s at stake for social development, multilateralism, and the ILO’s mission to advance #SocialJustice.

🎧 Listen here: ow.ly/aQos50XlAr9

#SocialSummit2025
November 5, 2025 at 10:30 AM
🔴 Starting today in Doha 🇶🇦: #SocialSummit2025!

Time to accelerate social development and renew our shared commitment to people-centred progress.

👉Follow us at the Summit! ow.ly/xbtq50Xirk6
November 4, 2025 at 1:46 PM
“Training gave me independence and a job that helps my community.”

Alaa in Jordan 🇯🇴 now leads a green project creating local jobs and greener spaces.

This is how work can serve people and the planet 💚

#ThisIsSocialJustice
November 3, 2025 at 8:52 AM
⏳Countdown to Doha 🇶🇦: #SocialSummit2025 kicks off next week to push people-centred development, decent work and social protection up the global agenda.

📺Follow us at the Summit! 👉 ow.ly/XH0B50XiqPM
October 31, 2025 at 7:52 AM
“I went from being homeless to now being a manager.”

Langanani Moleya recounts how a contract, a salary, and social protections moved him from the margins into leadership at an urban regeneration agency—restoring stability, dignity, and belonging.

#ThisIsSocialJustice
October 30, 2025 at 8:59 AM
Care work is real work.

It's time to value those who care 🤍

#CareWork #InvestInCare
October 29, 2025 at 8:22 AM
🔹Eradicating poverty
🔹Promoting full & productive employment
🔹Fostering social inclusion

This podcast explores progress since the 1995 Copenhagen Summit and how the upcoming #SocialSummit2025 can breathe new energy into global cooperation.

🎧 ow.ly/w1LN50Xj4nN
October 28, 2025 at 3:11 PM
“Now I can start working, knowing that my daughter is in a safe place.”

Childcare at work means more freedom and equal chances for working parents.

Ensuring dignity and opportunity — #ThisIsSocialJustice.

Another story from our new campaign, this time from Moldova 👇
October 27, 2025 at 8:59 AM
Labour rights are human rights 🙌

From informal work to social worker and union leader, Jani stands up so every worker is heard and protected.

#ThisIsSocialJustice
October 24, 2025 at 1:48 PM
🌊🌱 Sustainable enterprises power resilient livelihoods.

In Bangladesh, Shakti grows toxin-free veg on floating hyacinth beds in the wet months, then harvests on land in the dry.

💡Climate-smart work that sustains a family and feeds a community.

#ThisIsSocialJustice
October 23, 2025 at 8:03 AM
If social justice had a voice at work, what would it say?

#ThisIsSocialJustice — our new campaign shares what #SocialJustice looks like in people’s daily lives around the world. 🌍

1️⃣ First up: Gjergj, an entrepreneur in Albania: ➡️ ow.ly/kljw50XcgZs
October 21, 2025 at 12:02 PM