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How can unions make sure workers’ voices shape national SDG policies?
In a new evaluation, the ILO ACTRAV examined how unions in five countries worked to bring workers’ contributions into national SDG policies, and what lessons emerged.
Here are 3 proven strategies for unions to influence policies:
In a new evaluation, the ILO ACTRAV examined how unions in five countries worked to bring workers’ contributions into national SDG policies, and what lessons emerged.
Here are 3 proven strategies for unions to influence policies:
October 30, 2025 at 2:03 PM
How can unions make sure workers’ voices shape national SDG policies?
In a new evaluation, the ILO ACTRAV examined how unions in five countries worked to bring workers’ contributions into national SDG policies, and what lessons emerged.
Here are 3 proven strategies for unions to influence policies:
In a new evaluation, the ILO ACTRAV examined how unions in five countries worked to bring workers’ contributions into national SDG policies, and what lessons emerged.
Here are 3 proven strategies for unions to influence policies:
“I think it important that as the workers constituents, we support and reinforce the ILO mandate […] to ensure there is decent work, and the worker's right is preserved.”
Sylvia Choo, Director of Unions at the National Trades Union Congress (NTUC Singapore)
Sylvia Choo, Director of Unions at the National Trades Union Congress (NTUC Singapore)
September 17, 2025 at 7:20 AM
“I think it important that as the workers constituents, we support and reinforce the ILO mandate […] to ensure there is decent work, and the worker's right is preserved.”
Sylvia Choo, Director of Unions at the National Trades Union Congress (NTUC Singapore)
Sylvia Choo, Director of Unions at the National Trades Union Congress (NTUC Singapore)
Fortaleciendo los derechos de los trabajadores en la economía de plataformas: Taide Alejandra González Baca, Secretaria General de la Federación de Sindicatos Unidos de la República Mexicana CROM, comparte sus perspectivas en la 113ª Conferencia Internacional del Trabajo en Ginebra.
August 20, 2025 at 10:58 AM
Fortaleciendo los derechos de los trabajadores en la economía de plataformas: Taide Alejandra González Baca, Secretaria General de la Federación de Sindicatos Unidos de la República Mexicana CROM, comparte sus perspectivas en la 113ª Conferencia Internacional del Trabajo en Ginebra.
The 113th ILC concluded on 13 June 2025, bringing together delegates from 187 countries. This year’s major outcomes included a new Convention on biological hazards, the launch of standard-setting talks on platform work, and a Resolution promoting the transition to formality.
June 30, 2025 at 3:00 PM
The 113th ILC concluded on 13 June 2025, bringing together delegates from 187 countries. This year’s major outcomes included a new Convention on biological hazards, the launch of standard-setting talks on platform work, and a Resolution promoting the transition to formality.
Plataformas y justicia laboral:
Desde la 113ª CIT, Danna Vargas, Secretaria de Juventud de Confederación General del Trabajo (CGT), destaca la urgencia de garantizar derechos laborales en la economía de plataformas.
Desde la 113ª CIT, Danna Vargas, Secretaria de Juventud de Confederación General del Trabajo (CGT), destaca la urgencia de garantizar derechos laborales en la economía de plataformas.
June 20, 2025 at 4:44 PM
Plataformas y justicia laboral:
Desde la 113ª CIT, Danna Vargas, Secretaria de Juventud de Confederación General del Trabajo (CGT), destaca la urgencia de garantizar derechos laborales en la economía de plataformas.
Desde la 113ª CIT, Danna Vargas, Secretaria de Juventud de Confederación General del Trabajo (CGT), destaca la urgencia de garantizar derechos laborales en la economía de plataformas.
À la 113e Conférence internationale du Travail, Yolande Dembega, Secrétaire générale adjointe de la Confédération nationale des travailleurs du Burkina, plaide pour une meilleure formalisation de l’emploi.
June 12, 2025 at 5:10 PM
À la 113e Conférence internationale du Travail, Yolande Dembega, Secrétaire générale adjointe de la Confédération nationale des travailleurs du Burkina, plaide pour une meilleure formalisation de l’emploi.
À la 113ème Conférence Internationale du Travail, Marylise Léon, Secrétaire Générale de la CFDT (France), plaide pour une reconnaissance claire du statut des travailleurs de plateformes. @cfdt.fr @maryliseleon.cfdt.fr
June 11, 2025 at 10:33 AM
À la 113ème Conférence Internationale du Travail, Marylise Léon, Secrétaire Générale de la CFDT (France), plaide pour une reconnaissance claire du statut des travailleurs de plateformes. @cfdt.fr @maryliseleon.cfdt.fr
Workers' Perspectives at #ILC2025: At her first International Labour Conference, Melissa Ansell-Bridges, Secretary of the New Zealand Council of Trade Unions (Te Kauae Kaimahi), shares her passion for securing rights and protections for platform and contract workers.
June 9, 2025 at 9:28 AM
Workers' Perspectives at #ILC2025: At her first International Labour Conference, Melissa Ansell-Bridges, Secretary of the New Zealand Council of Trade Unions (Te Kauae Kaimahi), shares her passion for securing rights and protections for platform and contract workers.
Why the ILO Must Be Strengthened in Times of Global Crisis: At the 113th Session of the ILC, Luc Triangle, Secretary General of the International Trade Union Confederation, delivers a clear and powerful message: now more than ever, the world needs a strong ILO. @ituc.bsky.social @ilo.org
June 6, 2025 at 9:54 AM
Why the ILO Must Be Strengthened in Times of Global Crisis: At the 113th Session of the ILC, Luc Triangle, Secretary General of the International Trade Union Confederation, delivers a clear and powerful message: now more than ever, the world needs a strong ILO. @ituc.bsky.social @ilo.org
On 5 June, the ILO Director-General, Gilbert F. Houngbo met with the Workers’ Group. He welcomed and thanked the worker delegates attending the ILC. He reiterated the critical importance of the ILO’s normative mandate and the ILO’s commitment to support its constituents across the world.
#ILC2025
#ILC2025
June 5, 2025 at 3:55 PM
On 5 June, the ILO Director-General, Gilbert F. Houngbo met with the Workers’ Group. He welcomed and thanked the worker delegates attending the ILC. He reiterated the critical importance of the ILO’s normative mandate and the ILO’s commitment to support its constituents across the world.
#ILC2025
#ILC2025
Workers’ Perspectives at #ILC2025 from the ILO’s Bureau for Workers’ Activities
Laya Ferrer, from the Associated Labor Unions of the Philippines, shares her experience as a worker, a labour union member, and her hopes for her first International Labour Conference in Geneva.
Laya Ferrer, from the Associated Labor Unions of the Philippines, shares her experience as a worker, a labour union member, and her hopes for her first International Labour Conference in Geneva.
June 4, 2025 at 9:26 AM
Workers’ Perspectives at #ILC2025 from the ILO’s Bureau for Workers’ Activities
Laya Ferrer, from the Associated Labor Unions of the Philippines, shares her experience as a worker, a labour union member, and her hopes for her first International Labour Conference in Geneva.
Laya Ferrer, from the Associated Labor Unions of the Philippines, shares her experience as a worker, a labour union member, and her hopes for her first International Labour Conference in Geneva.
In her address to the opening Plenary at #ILC2025, Catelene Passchier, Chairperson of the Workers’ group addressed the multiple challenges facing the workers and their unions.
Stay tuned for more updates from the 2025 International Labour Conference!
Stay tuned for more updates from the 2025 International Labour Conference!
June 2, 2025 at 6:22 PM
In her address to the opening Plenary at #ILC2025, Catelene Passchier, Chairperson of the Workers’ group addressed the multiple challenges facing the workers and their unions.
Stay tuned for more updates from the 2025 International Labour Conference!
Stay tuned for more updates from the 2025 International Labour Conference!
Workers delegates from around the world are gathering for the 113th session of the International Labour Conference.
Here are some photos from the preparatory meeting of the 1 June.
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#ILC2025
Here are some photos from the preparatory meeting of the 1 June.
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#ILC2025
June 2, 2025 at 2:14 PM
Workers delegates from around the world are gathering for the 113th session of the International Labour Conference.
Here are some photos from the preparatory meeting of the 1 June.
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#ILC2025
Here are some photos from the preparatory meeting of the 1 June.
flic.kr/s/aHBqjCgxGN
#ILC2025
The Workers’ Group held its first meeting on 1 June to elect its officers for the 113th session of the International Labour Conference, which officially opens tomorrow, 2 June.
June 1, 2025 at 8:06 PM
The Workers’ Group held its first meeting on 1 June to elect its officers for the 113th session of the International Labour Conference, which officially opens tomorrow, 2 June.
6 in 10 workers are in the informal economy; this means no contract and no social protection.
Sharon Cangieter, President of WICSU-PSU in Sint Maarten shares her views on this critical issue for workers.
Sharon Cangieter, President of WICSU-PSU in Sint Maarten shares her views on this critical issue for workers.
May 29, 2025 at 10:40 AM
6 in 10 workers are in the informal economy; this means no contract and no social protection.
Sharon Cangieter, President of WICSU-PSU in Sint Maarten shares her views on this critical issue for workers.
Sharon Cangieter, President of WICSU-PSU in Sint Maarten shares her views on this critical issue for workers.
How can Europe tackle rising inequality and social exclusion? This urgent question is at the heart of a two-day regional conference organized by the ILO’s Bureau for Workers’ Activities (ACTRAV) in Brussels, running from 27 to 28 May 2025.
May 28, 2025 at 10:09 AM
How can Europe tackle rising inequality and social exclusion? This urgent question is at the heart of a two-day regional conference organized by the ILO’s Bureau for Workers’ Activities (ACTRAV) in Brussels, running from 27 to 28 May 2025.
“Yes with advances in technology there will be loss of jobs. But there’s also an opportunity that will likely be created, for new jobs.”
Toni Moore, General Secretary of the Barbados Workers’ Union
Toni Moore, General Secretary of the Barbados Workers’ Union
May 26, 2025 at 2:59 PM
“Yes with advances in technology there will be loss of jobs. But there’s also an opportunity that will likely be created, for new jobs.”
Toni Moore, General Secretary of the Barbados Workers’ Union
Toni Moore, General Secretary of the Barbados Workers’ Union
"Technology must serve society—not just enrich a few." André Lewis, President of the Caribbean Congress of Labour, shares his vision for implementing a New Social Contract rooted in inclusion, better working conditions, and ethical innovation.
Full interview is available on the ILO YouTube channel
Full interview is available on the ILO YouTube channel
May 23, 2025 at 10:15 AM
"Technology must serve society—not just enrich a few." André Lewis, President of the Caribbean Congress of Labour, shares his vision for implementing a New Social Contract rooted in inclusion, better working conditions, and ethical innovation.
Full interview is available on the ILO YouTube channel
Full interview is available on the ILO YouTube channel
“Without unions—without worker-led action—there can be no justice, no formalisation, and no future for decent work.” – Maria Helena André, Director of ACTRAV
May 21, 2025 at 1:57 PM
“Without unions—without worker-led action—there can be no justice, no formalisation, and no future for decent work.” – Maria Helena André, Director of ACTRAV
Ten years after the ILO’s Recommendation 204, the path to formalisation must be rooted in rights, solidarity and collective action. ACTRAV’s report calls for policy coherence and unity—across borders, sectors, and movements.
May 21, 2025 at 1:57 PM
Ten years after the ILO’s Recommendation 204, the path to formalisation must be rooted in rights, solidarity and collective action. ACTRAV’s report calls for policy coherence and unity—across borders, sectors, and movements.
Trade unions are central to ending informality which affects 6 out of 10 workers. It means no contracts, no social protection, and no voice at work.
ACTRAV’s new report shows how unions are helping workers access rights, social protection, and fair income — even in the most precarious jobs.
ACTRAV’s new report shows how unions are helping workers access rights, social protection, and fair income — even in the most precarious jobs.
May 21, 2025 at 1:57 PM
Trade unions are central to ending informality which affects 6 out of 10 workers. It means no contracts, no social protection, and no voice at work.
ACTRAV’s new report shows how unions are helping workers access rights, social protection, and fair income — even in the most precarious jobs.
ACTRAV’s new report shows how unions are helping workers access rights, social protection, and fair income — even in the most precarious jobs.
In this insightful conversation, Mr. Tapiola—who began his career as a journalist and attended his first International Labour Conference in 1974—shares key lessons from his decades of experience.
(Part 2)
(Part 2)
February 21, 2025 at 2:33 PM
In this insightful conversation, Mr. Tapiola—who began his career as a journalist and attended his first International Labour Conference in 1974—shares key lessons from his decades of experience.
(Part 2)
(Part 2)
To mark the World Day for Social Justice on February 20th, ACTRAV Info spoke with Mr. Kari Tapiola, former Deputy Director-General of the International Labour Organization, and a lifelong advocate for workers' rights.
(Part 1)
(Part 1)
February 21, 2025 at 2:28 PM
To mark the World Day for Social Justice on February 20th, ACTRAV Info spoke with Mr. Kari Tapiola, former Deputy Director-General of the International Labour Organization, and a lifelong advocate for workers' rights.
(Part 1)
(Part 1)
On International Day for Education, we spotlight the vital role of education in empowering workers and fostering social justice.
Vera dos Santos Costa, Programme Manager for Workers' Activities at the International Training Centre of the ILO, shares insights into how education empowers workers.
Vera dos Santos Costa, Programme Manager for Workers' Activities at the International Training Centre of the ILO, shares insights into how education empowers workers.
January 27, 2025 at 5:37 PM
On International Day for Education, we spotlight the vital role of education in empowering workers and fostering social justice.
Vera dos Santos Costa, Programme Manager for Workers' Activities at the International Training Centre of the ILO, shares insights into how education empowers workers.
Vera dos Santos Costa, Programme Manager for Workers' Activities at the International Training Centre of the ILO, shares insights into how education empowers workers.
Signe Poulsen, Senior Human Rights advisor, UN Philippines answers to ACTRAV on her views on the implementation and compliance with the ILO international labour standards during the conference on the New Social Contract in December in Manila, Philippines.
Full interview: shorturl.at/NE0av
Full interview: shorturl.at/NE0av
January 23, 2025 at 1:52 PM
Signe Poulsen, Senior Human Rights advisor, UN Philippines answers to ACTRAV on her views on the implementation and compliance with the ILO international labour standards during the conference on the New Social Contract in December in Manila, Philippines.
Full interview: shorturl.at/NE0av
Full interview: shorturl.at/NE0av