Communications Team
Jean Milligan
Director of Communications
Robert Marinkovic
Adviser
Valérie Gugl
Communications Officer
María Roldán
Communications Officer
Sam De Bastos
Communications Assistant
For 100 years, IOE has provided knowledge and information services to its members, communicating on a regular basis and making sure our membership is informed of all the latest and most relevant issues. We also ensure that information flows freely between members and the Secretariat. We pride ourselves on being a trilingual organisation and the Secretariat communicates in English, French and Spanish, our official languages.
You can find additional information below and consult the other pages in this section for past news, newsletters and events. For any further information or if you have any questions whatsoever and would like to get in touch, don’t hesitate to contact us!
Annual Reports
- Annual Report 2019-2020IOE Annual Report for the period 2019-2020
- 2018-2019 Annual Report
- Annual Report 2017-2018IOE Annual Report for the period 2017-2018
- Annual Report 2016-2017IOE Annual Report for the period 2016-2017
- Annual Report 2015-2016IOE Annual Report for the period 2015-2016
- Annual Report 2014-2015IOE Annual Report for the period 2014-2015
- Annual Report 2013-2014 IOE Annual Report for the period 2013-2014
- Annual Report 2012-2013 IOE Annual Report for the period 2012-2013
Fact sheets
- Non-communicable Diseases (NCDs) in the WorkplaceIOE Fact Sheet
- Mental and Neurological Diseases in the WorkplaceIOE Fact Sheet
- Safety, Health & Security and International work-related TravelIOE Fact Sheet
- ILO Article 24 Representation Procedure IOE Fact Sheet
- ILO Supervision of International Labour StandardsIOE Fact Sheet
- ILO Supervisory System Article 24 Representation Procedure IOE Fact Sheet (revised, December 2017)
- Recruitment and Retention of SMEs in Employers' OrganisationsIOE Fact Sheet
- Influencing Environment and Occupational Safety and Health at UN LevelIOE Fact Sheet
- The Global Development Goals IOE Fact Sheet
- Business and Human RightsIOE Fact Sheet
- DiversityIOE Fact Sheet
Position Papers
- The Post-2015 Development Agenda and BusinessIOE Guidance Paper
- IOE-GFMD Business Mechanism Statement on the Global Compact for Migration
- The Role of Business in the 2030 Development AgendaIOE Overview
- Women's Economic Empowerment IOE Policy Brief
- Jobs & GrowthIOE Policy Brief
- The Right to Strike in ILO Conventions 87 and 98 IOE Position Paper
- ILO Committee of Experts on the Application of Conventions and Recommendations and C87 Art.23IOE Submission of Comments (2017)
- Minimum WageIOE Guidance Paper
- IOE Guidance Note on the Living Wage
Resources for the press and public
IOE in brief(January 2021)
Newsletters:
- Newsletter Vol. 6 N°4
- Newsletter Vol. 6 N°3
- Newsletter Vol. 6 N°2
- Newsletter Vol. 6 N°1
- Newsletter Vol. 5 N°5
- Newsletter Vol. 5 N°4
- Newsletter Vol. 5 N°3
- Newsletter Vol. 5 N°2
- Newsletter Vol. 5 N°1
- Newsletter Vol. 4 N°5
- Newsletter Vol. 4 N°4
- Newsletter Vol. 4 N°3
- Newsletter Vol. 4 N°2
- Newsletter Vol. 4 N°1
- Newsletter Vol. 3 N°5
- Newsletter Vol. 3 N°4
- Newsletter Vol. 3 N°3
- Newsletter Vol. 3 N°2
- Newsletter Vol. 3 N°1
🎉 With 99 applications, this year's @ioevoice-@Seedstars #MigrationChallenge proved to be even more competitive! 📅 On 22 January, the finalists will pitch virtually at the #GFMD13 Summit to win the top prize! Find out who they are here ⬇️ https://t.co/i65lrekMc2
✈️ When effective #socialdialogue borne fruit: Colombian aviation company Avianca signs new collective agreements with the company unions 👉 https://t.co/NiisETau60 📰 Read further insights on #industrialrelations & #labourlaw developments in IOE-@WECglobal's newsletter! https://t.co/2iR23qEynb
🚀 Innovations were essential to developing #COVID19 vaccines. What if #startups held the keys to facing other global challenges? IOE-@Seedstars #MigrationChallenge aims at showcasing their importance for #migration issues. Read more in our blog ⬇️ https://t.co/2JhuLOzwpY https://t.co/w4MyIiRuwV
🚩 2️⃣ September 2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣0️⃣ was a milestone for IOE as we hosted a landmark #IOE100 event and launched our Centenary Manifesto in the presence of @UN Secretary-General @antonioguterres and @ilo's Director-General @GuyRyder. Relive it here ⬇️ https://t.co/LEvOxRpcpl
🧐 What if #technology solutions were available to help solve all sorts of social challenges? As 2021 unfolds, this is exactly what IOE & @Seedstars are doing in the #labourmigration field through the #MigrationChallenge competition ⬇️ https://t.co/7RcGAFNogy https://t.co/95bvntTCWl
🦠 In the era of #COVID19, health and safety at work took on a broader dimension. ✅ What are the 8 top #skills needed to ensure a safe working environment while living with the health and #mentalhealth risks? Read @AkustinaM's insights in our blog ⬇️ https://t.co/fCiAVas0vr
Did you know 1 in 4 people can experience a #mentalhealth problem? Tackling the stigma of mental health at work is key as we navigate the #COVID19 challenges. Read our blog ⬇️ https://t.co/Kx2r3wYN9M
How did businesses adapt to handle the impact of #COVID19? A recent ACT/EMP (@ilo) survey shows 78% of enterprises changed #business operations or turned to service delivery. Read more about other key findings in IOE-@WECglobal’s specialised newsletter ➡️ https://t.co/YXBhZt3lkg https://t.co/4F3ADFuD8u
🎊 Happy New Year to our Members & Partners! We're starting 2021 with an #IOE100 #throwback! Read IOE’s history spotlighting our evolution into an international institution that brings the powerful & balanced #voiceofbusiness to global decision-making ▶️ https://t.co/Gl8DdU8CiQ https://t.co/AxpuQNcW0b
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If you missed out the last joint WEC-@ioevoice newsletter of 2020, there is still time to catch up! And if you never want to miss one, just sign up to receive it directly in your mailbox. https://t.co/0k7aBf0T3k
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📢📢Registration for the online #GFMD13 Summit is now open! 👉More information on: https://t.co/3jDt1Wssut https://t.co/4K6h8oOcUh
In 2020, the International Organisation of Employers (IOE) celebrated 💯 years of existence and #business action. As our Centenary year comes to an end, take a tour through our history 👉 https://t.co/Nl7ftdy4Ge #IOE100 #voiceofbusiness #employers
#COVID19 has been harsher and deadlier on #migrants performing the many services considered "essential". On 18 December, the world marked International #MigrantsDay. Read our joint statement with @BWIglobal ⬇️ https://t.co/HqDYiH14Ez
New Zealand reform to the “Fair Pay Agreement” system may infringe the principle of free and voluntary negotiation of ILO C98, ratified by New Zealand. Read more in IOE-@WECglobal newsletter ➡️https://t.co/H780IPWz7R https://t.co/720d1CZsz4
IOE wishes you a hopeful festive season and a happy, healthy New Year 2⃣0⃣2⃣1⃣ 🎉 Together, let's tackle the challenges ahead and bring the innovation and creativity needed to come back even stronger as we enter into a new year! https://t.co/GKH4AdmDsx
What made Singapore's response to the #COVID19 crisis exceptional? Find out how #business initiatives and community effort helped reduce the disruptive effects of the pandemic.👉 https://t.co/7srTOxTy5G Read IOE-@WECglobal's specialised newsletter ➡️ https://t.co/q7rCCVb48q https://t.co/7gnt9tEYXP
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Weren't able to attend the virtual @ioevoice and UN @globalcompact event "Womenpreneurs: from Start-Ups to Stars"? You can now watch this dialogue on recovery strategies that support women entrepreneurs and advance #GenderEquality online: https://t.co/yGRXMWWYoH
From #SME support to #buildingbackbetter post-#COVID19, #climateaction, #skillsdevelopment, #humanrights & #gender: IOE spearheaded #business dialogues on critical topics in 2020. Did you miss any of our digital activities? Visit our YouTube channel! https://t.co/J5IASnsE0n
#COVID19 crisis has triggered numerous #industrialrelations and #labourlaw policy developments worldwide. Read the last edition of our specialised newsletter of this year ➡️ https://t.co/q7rCCVb48q https://t.co/LRE3ktWTUE
As part of #IOE100, @tmmackall from @USCIB shared this reflection on IOE’s core mission : "Find the way to enable your members [...] while staying true to ensuring that you are indeed a powerful and balanced voice for business" #voiceofbusiness https://t.co/IgvnrnFU9j
📢 On International #MigrantsDay, IOE is proud to bring the #voiceofbusiness to the launch of #ItTakesACommunity with stories showing the positive impact that #migration can have on communities! ➕ Learn more by visiting https://t.co/wpNROgn82r https://t.co/1eSn4OauHl
On International #MigrantsDay, IOE & @BWIglobal honour the contributions of migrant workers as the world continues to tackle the #COVID19 pandemic. They are on the frontline of the response, vital to their communities. Read the statement ➡️ https://t.co/HqDYiGJtN1 https://t.co/FDYKMcthc5
The President of @CEOE_ES, @agaramendil, seizes the opportunity of #IOE100 to stress the crucial value of collaboration in a global context, adding that “IOE leadership makes us all stronger and bigger in the world.” #voiceofbusiness https://t.co/wQpMsmua2f
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The Endorsees of the Global Call to Action in the Garment Industry met today to discuss learnings so far and direction moving forward into 2021. #collectiveaction is key to mitigate the impact of #COVID19. @ioevoice committed to work with all stakeholders to #BuildBackBetter. https://t.co/osyz6GOOSa
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Good news! Our Executive Director, Mr. Douglas Opio has been elected as the new Chair of the ILO Global Business Network on Forced Labour. Onwards and upwards in pushing for decent work standards globally. #TogetherforEmployers @ILOFLNetwork https://t.co/LihWgKDClK
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