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Historic moment at the International Labour Conference.
ILO Member States have adopted a new Convention on Decent Work in the Platform Economy.
The first international labour standard for a rapidly evolving area of the world of work. #ILC2026
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The International Labour Conference has adopted a new Convention on Decent Work in the Platform Economy.
This first international labour standard on the platform economy marks an important step in addressing a rapidly evolving area of the world of work.
#ILC2026
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An estimated 61% of child labour occurs in agriculture.
Investing in rural services, education, social protection and decent work is crucial for reducing child labour risks and supporting families in rural communities. #EndChildLabour
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History is being made at the International Labour Conference: ILO Member States are adopting a new international labour standard on the platform economy.
What could it mean for workers and businesses worldwide?
Delegates at the heart of the negotiations explain. #ILC2026
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International Labour Organization retweeted
Uruguay has ratified the 1986 Amendment to the @ILO Constitution, an important step towards a more representative Governing Body.
The Amendment aims to better reflect the geographic, economic & social diversity of ILO’s constituents in the composition of its governing structure.
ALT ILO Director-General, Gilbert F. Houngbo, stands next to Minister of Labor and Social Security of Uruguay, Juan Castillo. Photo: ILO.
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Pleased to welcome Ambassador Matthew Wilson, Permanent Representative of Barbados to the UN in Geneva, as new Chairperson of the @ILO Governing Body.
Thank you Anousheh Karvar, Government delegate of France, for your highly appreciated stewardship in the role for the last year.
ALT ILO Director-General, Gilbert F. Houngbo, sits next to Ambassador Matthew Wilson, Permanent Representative of Barbados to the UN and other International Organizations in Geneva. Photo: ILO
ALT ILO Director-General, Gilbert F. Houngbo, presents the gavel to Anousheh Karvar, France Government ILO delegate and outgoing Chairperson of the ILO Governing Body.
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What are your takeaways from this year’s International Labour Conference?
🎤 As #ILC2026 came to a close, participants shared their reflections and key insights. Here’s what they had to say.
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The Conference floor is only part of the story.
Our “day in the life” series follows the people working behind the scenes at #ILC2026.
Watch on Instagram: ow.ly/Gkzl50Zb9gv
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#ILC2026 has officially come to a close.
Thank you to all delegates, participants and colleagues who contributed to this year’s Conference.
See you next year. 👋
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After two weeks of deliberations, the Committee on Social Dialogue has agreed conclusions on how governments, employers and workers can strengthen dialogue to address today’s world of work challenges.
We asked delegates for their key takeaway. #ILC2026
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The #ILC2026 message is clear, our approach to #AI must be human-centred.
We need to be better prepared; make AI available & beneficial to all; better share the benefits, especially its productivity gains; & anchor AI for decent work in economic, industrial and social policies.
ALT ILO Director-General, Gilbert F. Houngbo, speaks at the closing session of the International Labour Conference. Photo: ILO.
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I am delighted governments, employers and workers have adopted a new @ILO Convention on Decent Work in the Platform Economy at #ILC2026.
We now have the first Convention to focus on the impact of digitalization in the world of work.
It shows the vitality of tripartite dialogue.
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I welcome Cuba's ratification of the Maritime Labour Convention at #ILC2026.
The Convention marks its 20th anniversary this month and it is central to advancing decent work for the world's 1.5M seafarers.
Cuba's ratification is an important step in helping achieve that goal.
ALT ILO Director-General, Gilbert F. Houngbo, stands next to Jesus Otamendiz Campos, Minister of Labor and Social Security of Cuba, as they hold the documents of ratification. Photo: ILO.
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Despite important progress, 138 million children remain in child labour worldwide, including nearly 54 million in hazardous work.
Every child deserves to learn, play, grow and live a life free from violence.
Let’s recommit to #EndChildLabour in all its forms.
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Congratulations Bahamas, on your hat-trick of ratifications at #ILC2026, of the Occupational Safety and Health (OSH), the Promotional Framework for OSH, and Maternity Protection Conventions.
It shows your commitment to fundamental principles & rights, and advancing decent work.
ALT ILO Director-General, Gilbert F. Houngbo, stands next to Hon. Pia Glover-Rolle, M.P., Minister of Labour, Public Service, and National Insurance of the Bahamas, as they hold the documents of ratification. Photo: ILO.
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138 million children are in child labour.
This is a global emergency that demands urgent, sustained action!
On today's World Day Against Child Labour, we should all raise the Red Card and do what we can to #EndChildLabour.
More from @ilo: buff.ly/tL4WQ9p
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Ending child labour requires urgent action.
Delegates at the International Labour Conference are discussing how to accelerate progress to #EndChildLabour and make this a reality for all children.
👇Watch and tell us: How can we give a final red card to child labour? #ILC2026
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The ILO team in the Regional Office for Arab States is raising the🟥RED CARD to Child Labour.
Children belong in schools, not in the workforce.
#WorldDayAgainstChildLabour @ilo
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138 million children are in child labour.
Every child should be in school, learning and protected, not in child labour.
On World Day Against Child Labour, let’s raise the Red Card and accelerate action to end child labour.
More info: bit.ly/WDACL-12June
#EndChildLabour
@ilo @AfricaAccel
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International Labour Organization retweeted
Jun 12
Football is about fair play. So is the fight against child labour. With football inspiring millions, ILO Nepal Director Numan Özcan joins this year’s call, "Red Card to Child Labour: Fair play for children, decent work for adults.”
🟥#RedCardToChildLabour #EndChildLabour
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