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A joint webinar between the John D. Gerhart Center for Philantrophy & Civic Engagement at the American University in Cario and the Global Initiative on Decent Jobs for Youth, where speakers will present highlights from the Global Youth and COVID-19 survey with some emphasis on the area of social activism.  Register here  Today, as the world struggles to cope with the novel coronavirus pandemic, young people are likely to disproportionately… Today, as the world struggles to cope with the novel coronavirus pandemic, young people are likely to disproportionately…

This multi-stakeholder dialogue, organised by ILO and IFAD, will bring together governments, social partners and other key stakeholders on the promotion of decent work in rural areas in Africa. The webinar will feature case studies on how to successfully invest in integrated agribusiness hubs. High-level panellists will discuss how to turn political priorities and commitments into scaled-up action for job creation. Recoding is available here Objectives:The main objective of the Regional policy dialogue is to reaffirm the commitment of the ILO and IFAD to promote decent jobs in Africa, in… Objectives:The main objective of the Regional policy dialogue is to reaffirm the commitment of the ILO and IFAD to promote decent jobs in Africa, in…

On the 31st of January at 2PM CET time, the Global Initiative on Decent Jobs for Youth, Making Cents International’s Youth Economic Opportunities (YEO) 2030 Initiative, in partnership with the International Labour Organization (ILO), hosts a youth dialogue on investing in a transformative future of work for young people.The event is based on the 2022 Global Employment Trends for Youth (GET Youth) report. The focus will be on two economies: green and digital, which will be further explored… In the context of the Global Initiative on Decent Jobs for Youth, Making Cents International’s Youth Economic Opportunities (YEO) 2030 Initiative, in… In the context of the Global Initiative on Decent Jobs for Youth, Making Cents International’s Youth Economic Opportunities (YEO) 2030 Initiative, in…

According to the World Report on Disability, 15% of the world’s population is living with a disability. Despite improvements in recent decades, youth with disabilities are less likely to start school or attend school than other children and also have lower transition rates to higher levels of education. Young people and people with disabilities are among the most disadvantaged groups when it comes to getting a decent job and progressing in their careers. Lack of inclusion in education… International Sign interpretation and automatic captioning in English will be provided.   This webinar is organised by YouthForesight, a… International Sign interpretation and automatic captioning in English will be provided.   This webinar is organised by YouthForesight, a…

The COVID-19 pandemic has devastated the world of work, causing massive human suffering and laying bare the extreme vulnerability of millions of workers and enterprises. The ILO Global Summit will provide an opportunity for government, employers, workers representatives and other high-level actors to discuss how the world of work can build back better in the post-pandemic recovery. Young people, many already in a situation of considerable difficulty in labour markets before COVID19 have seen their prospects deteriorate sharply.… Young people, many already in a situation of considerable difficulty in labour markets before COVID19 have seen their prospects deteriorate sharply.…

Join us to watch a special, global online event on June 30th at 8:00AM US Pacific Time to hear from Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella and President Brad Smith, as well as incoming LinkedIn CEO Ryan Roslansky and corporate vice president Charlotte Yarkoni as they share more about the challenges we collectively face and our plan to help.    Click on the link below, tune in June 30 at 8 a.m. PT to hear more from Microsoft and LinkedIn on how to access the digital skills needed to succeed as the… The COVID-19 pandemic has created an economic crisis, putting millions of people out of work. As economies start to reopen, the jobs that people held… The COVID-19 pandemic has created an economic crisis, putting millions of people out of work. As economies start to reopen, the jobs that people held…

The future is young, green, and depends on our actions.Join us at COP27 ILO Just Transition Pavilion for a side event on shaping the future for youth in the GreenEconomy!Date: 8 November, 16:00 - 17:00 (GMT+2)Livestream: https://live.ilo.orgInfo: http://ilo.org/cop27 The transition to green economies has far-reaching implications for the world of work. If managed in a just manner, it can generate ample decent job… The transition to green economies has far-reaching implications for the world of work. If managed in a just manner, it can generate ample decent job…

Join our live streaming #TheStartupMindset where senior leaders and young entrepreneurs will discuss how to thrive in our current reality through COURAGE, RESILIENCE and CREATIVITY. Live Conversation with Nicola Mendelsohn, Laurent Freixe (Nestlé CEO Americas), Arthur Sadoun (CEO Publicis), 2 Young entrepreneurs. The event aims to use the Young Entrepreneurs story to inspire & support other young people during the current COVID-19 context. • Audience: To be targeted at aspirational and entrepreneurial young people aged 25 and under, who are keen to start or own their own business. •… • Audience: To be targeted at aspirational and entrepreneurial young people aged 25 and under, who are keen to start or own their own business. •…

On the occasion of the COP27 in Egypt, the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) is offering a cycle of short training courses focused on the climate, called the Climate Classroom. During the session, François DUMORA, Employment Services Specialist at the International Labour Organization will present the guide "How to work in the green economy?". This will be an occasion to lead a reflection on the role of career guidance in the transformation… COP27 is the 2022 United Nations Climate Change Conference, more commonly referred to as Conference of the Parties of the UNFCCC. This year it will… COP27 is the 2022 United Nations Climate Change Conference, more commonly referred to as Conference of the Parties of the UNFCCC. This year it will…

The Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab (J-PAL) is a global research center working to reduce poverty by ensuring that policy is informed by… The Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab (J-PAL) is a global research center working to reduce poverty by ensuring that policy is informed by…