Briefs

ILO Care Economy Brief

Closing the gender gap in paid parental leaves Better parental leaves for a more caring world of work

This policy brief by the International Labour Organization (ILO) explores the persistent global gender gap in paid parental leaves and its implications for gender equality in the world of work.

Brief

Navigating the ESG Alphabet Soup

This brief, part of the ESG Knowledge Series, explores the definitions and interconnections of core ESG terms, helping you navigate the evolving ESG vocabulary and understand how these concepts contribute to sustainable and responsible business.

Final Communique

Continental Consultation on the Draft Model Law on Labour Migration in Africa

From 16–18 June 2025 in Nairobi, the Pan-African Parliament, in collaboration with the ILO, AUC, and key partners, convened a landmark consultation to refine the Draft Model Law on Labour Migration. With the participation of parliamentarians, AU and...

Policy Brief

Platform Work Associations and the Platform Workers Act in Singapore

This policy brief outlines Singapore’s journey towards greater protections for platform workers. It expounds on the role played by the National Trades Union Congress (NTUC) and other Associations in working with tripartite partners to advocate for...

Labour migration

Policy brief on Nepal’s labour migration governance through business and human rights perspective

As efforts grow to protect migrant workers and address human rights in global supply chains, the links between labour migration, business practices, and human rights are more important than ever. This joint policy brief offers a snapshot of labour...

Formalization of micro and small enterprises and their workers: Experiences from Senegal

This document is part of a series of case studies by the ENTERPRISES Department of the ILO. Each case study presents one or several approaches that contribute to enterprise formalization across the world. The case studies provide a snapshot on a...

Formalization of micro and small enterprises and their employees: Experiences from Cabo Verde

This document is part of a series of case studies by the ENTERPRISES Department of the ILO. Each case study presents one or several approaches that contribute to enterprise formalization across the world. The case studies provide a snapshot on a...

Formalization of micro and small enterprises and their employees: Experiences from Nepal

This document is part of a series of case studies by the ENTERPRISES Department of the ILO. Each case study presents one or several approaches that contribute to enterprise formalization across the world. The case studies provide a snapshot on a...

Policy Brief on Assistive Technology (AT) and Employment

This policy brief by ATscale and the International Labour Organization (ILO) highlights the crucial role of Assistive Technology (AT) in expanding employment opportunities for persons with disabilities. It discusses the barriers faced by both AT...

WSSD2 Brief

From commitment to action: The Global Accelerator on Jobs and Social Protection for Just Transitions

This brief outlines how the Global Accelerator on Jobs and Social Protection helps countries design and finance integrated policies for decent work, universal social protection, and just transitions. It highlights the initiative’s role in advancing...

Formalization

Reseach brief: Returns to education in Viet Nam: Earnings, education and the transition to formality

This brief explores whether higher qualifications still lead to better earnings in Viet Nam, and how education and training shape workers’ transitions from informal to formal employment.

World Employment and Social Outlook 2025: Asia and the Pacific May Update

This Asia and the Pacific May Update of the World Employment and Social Outlook 2025 examines recent trends in employment growth, the impact of global uncertainties and policy measures to support workers and enterprises in Asia and the Pacific.

A practice brief

Advancing a just transition through nationally determined contributions

Integrating a just transition in nationally determined contributions (NDCs) provides a crucial basis to leverage the contribution of climate action to decent work, social equity and sustainable development, and it is a key enabler of climate...

ILO brief

Navigating environmental policy change: Lessons from Kenya’s plastic bag ban for a just transition of MSMEs

As governments worldwide advance ambitious environmental and climate agendas, MSMEs are under growing pressure to adapt to new regulations—often without adequate resources or support. Kenya’s 2017 plastic bag ban offers valuable lessons on the...

Research Brief

Horizontal inequalities in the labour market: A transnational review of the employment and wage outcomes of vulnerable groups

This brief reviews global evidence on employment and wage inequalities affecting vulnerable groups, using ILO microdata. It underscores the need for targeted policies to promote inclusion and equality in the labour market.

Care at work in the Republic of Moldova (Country brief)

Policy brief

Mapping the social and solidarity economy in Thailand

This brief examines the contours of the social and solidarity economy (SSE) in Thailand, emphasizing its contributions to decent work and sustainable development. It outlines relevant legal, institutional and policy frameworks, and identifies...

ILO brief

Gender snapshot at Work in the Caribbean

The brief highlights ongoing gender gaps in labour force participation, limited legal protections for maternity and paternity leave, and the disproportionate impact of climate disasters and unpaid care work on women’s economic opportunities

Research Brief

Generative AI and jobs: A 2025 update

This brief summarises an ILO Working paper that refines the global assessment of occupational exposure to generative AI. It presents an updated methodology combining task-level data, expert input, and AI predictions to support more accurate analysis...

Project results

Promoting productivity and decent work in South Africa’s clothing manufacturing industry

In response to the prevailing challenges facing South Africa’s clothing manufacturing industry, the Flanders-funded ILO project aimed to strengthen productivity, and decent work drivers through a systemic approach. This brief summarizes key results...