Deputy Director #socialprotection department, @ILO, Interests: #socialprotectionfloor. Tweets my own

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At #ILC2026 last week, Côte d’Ivoire’s Minister of Employment, Social Protection and Skills, Mr Adama Kamara, shared how ratifying ILO Convention No. 102 helped extend #SocialProtection coverage and reduce vulnerability in old age. With @ILOAfrica & @mepsCI Watch the interview⬇️
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Yesterday, 21 April 2026, Hon. Minister @CNkulikiyinka hosted an ILO delegation led by Ms. Valérie Schmitt, Deputy Director for Universal Social Protection at ILO HQ. They discussed the implementation of Rwanda's National Roadmap under the Global Accelerator on Jobs and Social Protection for Just Transitions. Focus was put on: implementation priorities, mobilizing resources, and identifying strategic entry points to accelerate job creation and strengthen social protection systems. The exchange reaffirmed the shared commitment to inclusive labour markets, decent work, and just transitions supported by forward looking partnerships, sustained collaboration and coordinated action. #SocialProtection #ILO #Rwanda #DecentWork
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On 19 March, 13 partner representatives, including @EU_Partnerships, @AFD_France, @Irish_Aid renewed their commitment to accelerating universal #SocialProtection alongside @ilo. At a time of global uncertainty, this commitment is both timely & essential. bit.ly/3Q2PRVS
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Social protection key to just transitions in Africa. At a high-level event in Brussels, @ilo highlighted the need to expand #SocialProtection in Africa, emphasizing its role in reducing inequalities & supporting #JustTransitions in a changing world. 👉 bit.ly/4srHUI9
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How can integrated approaches between #SocialProtection and health systems support more inclusive, equitable and resilient systems?  Join us on  31/03 for the webinar on strengthening social health protection towards USP & UHC. 🔗Register: bit.ly/4dC3Dso 🌐 FR, EN, AR
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. @ILO @EU_Partnerships @AFD_France & @NEPAD_Agency are joining forces to strengthen #SocialProtection in Sub-Saharan Africa under the #TeamEurope Initiative framework They showcased their commitment at a High-Level Event in Brussels hosted by @BelgiumDGD #SocialJustice #USP2030
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📢 Save the Date! Join the @ilo for the Development Partners Meeting 2026 to take stock of impact and shape the next phase of the ILO's Global Flagship Programme on Building #SocialProtection Floors for All. 🔗 Watch live at 👉 bit.ly/4aRje5G
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🌍 19 Pathfinder Countries will gather in Turin, Italy, from 9–13 Feb 2026. Capacity Building & Knowledge Exchange Forum under the #GlobalAccelerator, supported by the Joint SDG Fund. 🔗Details: unglobalaccelerator.org/capa…
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🚨 Join us on 27 January for the webinar “Unemployment protection: An achievable and necessary policy choice”, with @ilo, @BPJSKesehatanRI, @financesmaroc & @SpainMFA, and the support of @gouv_lu & @BelgiumMFA. 🔗 Register now: tinyurl.com/5n7eh85h #UnemploymentProtection
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On #UHCDay, the @ilo calls for urgent action to make #HealthForAll a reality🌍 In 2025, the ILO’s support to countries helped advance social health protection coverage. A new guidance released outlines pathways to reach workers in the informal economy. bit.ly/495FKql
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A @JointSDGFund's high-level event highlights how Uzbekistan is tackling: 🎯40% informality 🧑‍💼Extending #SocialProtection to 300,000 workers 💰Leveraging USD 200,000 in tax revenue & more through #UNGlobalAccelerator. Learn more: bit.ly/4rkzoL1
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How can ecological transition drive social justice?🌍 @ French Pavilion #COP30, @AFD_France and @ilo #UNGlobalAccelerator highlighted the role of public development banks in increasing social investments for a #JustTransition. Learn more: bit.ly/4riizk1
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🌍 Those without #SocialProtection are often most vulnerable to climate shocks. The #BelemDeclaration at #COP30noBrasil calls for climate-responsive social protection systems to build resilience & protect lives. Read more👉bit.ly/4ijGBa8 #ClimateAction #SocialJustice
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🇺🇿 Uzbekistan is taking major steps to ensure every woman can access maternity protection. New reforms are shaping a fair social insurance system that expands coverage in both formal & informal work with the #GlobalAccelerator. 🔗 jointsdgfund.org/article/uzb… @un_uzbekistan
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🇺🇿Uzbekistan is taking bold steps to expand decent work and social protection for all. Explore the new @JointSDGFund brochure and see how joint @UN programmes are supporting national reforms and improving lives across the country. Learn more: jointsdgfund.org/publication…
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At today’s High-Level Session, 🇩🇪@GermanAmbUN_NY emphasized that strengthening social protection systems & building strong partnerships are central to advancing the SDGs. He underscored the need for UN agencies & development partners to work together with full country ownership.
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At the German House today, 🇩🇪 @GermanyUN and 🇺🇿 @UzbekistanUN brought partners together for a High-Level Session on Uzbekistan’s #GlobalAccelerator Roadmap. A powerful discussion on advancing decent work, expanding social protection & accelerating inclusive, sustainable growth.
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How do countries advance #SocialProtection #DecentWork? At a #GlobalAccelerator webinar with @SP_Gateway, Malawi & Uzbekistan shared progress on integrated reforms. Pakistan, Namibia & Rwanda highlighted the need for coherent & inclusive approaches. 🔗bit.ly/3X4yUL8
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At the #UNTaxConvention in Nairobi, leaders called for #SocialProtection to be at the heart of global tax cooperation. International tax cooperation is key for universal social protection and reduce inequalities. 🎥 Re-watch the event 👉 bit.ly/49oxUJe
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Jobs social protection = multiplier effects 🇦🇱 🇸🇳 🇮🇩 share how aligning national budgets with #SocialProtection & employment policies is achieving inclusive growth. Donors & IFIs stressed coordinated financing to scale impact. #SocialSummit2025 🔗bit.ly/47Yfo9b
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