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  1. 7 hours ago

    The pandemic has thrown a spotlight on our care systems & exposed many gaps. These failings are not just a question of rights or human dignity, they also affect the . 🎧 Check out why investing in care is about equality. ➡️

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  2. 9 hours ago

    Modern slavery is all around us, but most people don't even realize it. Can you recognize it? Learn the myths and facts about it and help end for good.

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  3. 11 hours ago

    Child labour is a harmful practice. It's time to accelerate the pace of progress to . Explore more about the 5th Global Conference on the Elimination of Child Labour 👉🏾

    2 replies . 26 retweets 46 likes
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  4. 13 hours ago

    "I planted a forest of 7,500 trees. People laughed at me. People marvelled at me. Looking back, I can’t believe I did it but I found a way." Raya Ubenova tells us how she is doing her part to fight . ➡️

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  5. May 3

    Children's rights include the right to health, education, play and recreation and protection from abuse and harm. Don't miss the 5th Global Conference on the Elimination of Child Labour 👉🏾

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  6. May 3

    👷‍♂️👷‍♀️ How many men and women were employed last week? 🕑 How many hours did they work in their main jobs? These are simple questions, but measuring paid and unpaid work through household surveys is not that straightforward. Find out more 👇

    2 replies . 8 retweets 12 likes
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  7. May 3

    It is estimated that 10% of children aged 5 to 17 years are involved in child labour in Serbia. Government and civil society are working together to change the situation and for good. Here’s how they’re doing it, one step at a time.

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  8. May 2

    Did you know? Numbers are rising and the pandemic threatens to reverse years of progress. The 5th Global Conference will be a unique opportunity to discuss critical issues and share solutions that work. 👉🏾

    1 reply . 11 retweets 19 likes
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  9. May 2

    DYK that agriculture holds about 60% of all child labour works? can act as critical conduits toward eliminating the worst forms of . 👉 Read more about :

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  10. May 1

    On , we recall that labour is not simply a commodity. ILO labour standards are there to ensure that development remains focused on improving the well-being of all. There is no human-centred recovery without for all.

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  11. May 1

    Happy to all workers 🌍 In a changing world of work, opportunities are key to ensure a human-centred recovery from the crisis.

    17 replies . 164 retweets 366 likes
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  12. Apr 30

    What can you expect from the 5th Global Conference on the Elimination of Child Labour? Check out our agenda and discover more about the measures that will be discussed to address child labour. 👉🏾

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    Apr 29

    Our new report shows how multiple shocks have put least developed countries under enormous pressure. International coordination is imperative to address the triple food, fuel and finance crises and ensure the poorest nations can invest in their futures.

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  14. Apr 29

    Economic and social progress in Least Developed Countries (LDCs) have been slowed by the impact of the pandemic, climate change and the continuing energy and food crises. Check out the new ILO report ⬇️

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  15. Apr 29

    📺 Are you looking for content to watch during the weekend? Check out the new 24/7 platform for videos & events on the world of work. Explore the ILO Live 👉

    2 replies . 3 retweets 8 likes
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  16. Apr 29

    The pandemic exposed the inequalities that already existed. It made them worse, hitting vulnerable workers, women and youth particularly hard. Ahead of , we recall that here is no human-centred recovery without for all.

    1 reply . 21 retweets 42 likes
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  17. Retweeted
    Apr 29

    Important Financing for Development Forum session on a sustainable and just transition. Adequate financing is critical to meet our collective responsibility to the environment and achieve a just transition to a carbon neutral future with decent work and social justice.

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  18. Apr 29

    ILO Conventions 138 and 182 call on governments to eliminate all forms of child labour. The problem persists on a massive scale. That's why the 5th Global Conference on the Elimination of Child Labour matters. 👉🏾

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  19. Apr 28

    Everyone has the right to return home from work safe. Sadly, this is not the case for 3 million workers who die each year due to occupational accidents & diseases. On , we're calling governments, employers & workers to act together to prevent such human tragedies.

    168 replies . 70 retweets 153 likes
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  20. Apr 28

    On , discover Briseida’s story: A proud coffee farmer and president of a female-led coffee cooperative in Mexico who, now, not only promotes ancestral knowledge but also health and safety at work 👇

    1 reply . 7 retweets 11 likes
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