About the ILO

The only tripartite U.N. agency, since 1919 the ILO brings together governments, employers and workers of 187 Member States, to set labour standards, develop policies and devise programmes promoting decent work for all women and men. Origins and history

How we work

  1. The unique tripartite structure of the ILO gives an equal voice to workers, employers and governments to ensure that the views of the social partners are closely reflected in labour standards and in shaping policies and programmes.

Mission and impact

  1. The main aims of the ILO are to promote rights at work, encourage decent employment opportunities, enhance social protection and strengthen dialogue on work-related issues.

Stories of impact

  1. A transformative journey: the ILO's financial education training of trainers programme

    06 December 2023

    From 23 October to 24 November 2023, Sophie Evans participated in the ILO's financial education training of trainers programme. In this article, she reflects on her experience and the programme's unique methodology, training materials and impact.

  2. Emerging Insight: Financial services to enhance resilience

    06 December 2023

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ILO in the media

  1. © Bloomberg 2023

    Bloomberg

    ILO Director-General on Shift in Global Labour Markets

    20 September 2023

  2. CNBC

    ILO chief: See open-mindedness from the West on immigration issues

    10 September 2023

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