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New Report Highlights Progress on Gender Equality in Employers’ Organisations

IOE and the ILO’s Bureau for Employers' Activities assessed progress made by national employer and business membership organisations over six…

Update on the ILO’s Global Coalition for Social Justice

Read the latest Briefing Note on the Coalition for employers' organisations and businesses.

Employers Welcome ILO Tripartite Consensus on Wage Setting and Living Wages

Employers, Workers and Governments at the ILO agreed last week on balanced and fair principles and calculation methods for living wage…

IOE Launches Second Phase of the Mentorship Programme for Women in Business

With the support of the European Union and Deloitte, IOE is thrilled to announce the launch of the second phase of its Mentorship Programme for…

Release of New Playbook on UN and Private Sector Cooperation

IOE, KAS and UNDCO join forces for a new playbook promoting the pathways to a greater cooperation between the UN and employer organisations.

African Social Partners Unite to Foster Job Creation

After two insightful days, the 7th African Social Partners' Summit concludes with a resounding call for increased efforts to generate more jobs…

Business at the 14th GFMD

Successful employers’ contribution and participation in the 14th Global Forum on Migration and Development (GFMD) Summit under France’s…

Tribute to the legacy of former COSEP Chairman Michael Healy

The IOE mourns the death of the former President of the "Consejo Superior de la Empresa Privada (COSEP)", Michael Healy (in Spanish).

Mohirdev wins the 4th IOE-Seedstars Migration Challenge

Ten finalists showcased their innovations in Geneva during the 14th Global Forum on Migration and Development (GFMD) Summit, with Mohirdev…

ILO Jobs: new vacancies announced

Staff from employer organisations and IOE partner companies are encouraged to consider a career at the ILO.

New IOE Management Structure

As of 1 January, IOE has a new management structure that brings together diverse talents and experiences to strengthen service to our global…

Reminder on ILO’s Global Coalition for Social Justice

Update to IOE’s recent communication on this important ILO global initiative.

IOE New York Office Overview of 2023 Activities and Peek into 2024 Plans

The IOE office in New York shares a snapshot of its activities in 2023 and presents a short overview of 2024 plans.

Latest IOE Update on OSH Developments

IOE continues to lead business delegations to international gatherings on occupational safety and health.

Insights and Highlights from IOE's Participation at COP28

IOE concludes COP28 with milestones achieved and strengthened connections within its membership.

Meet the start-up Finalists: IOE's 4th Migration Challenge

Countdown begins for the live finale of the Migration Challenge competition at the Global Forum on Migration and Development (GFMD 2024) in…

Contribute to the Voluntary National Review @ the 2024 HLPF

IOE encourages members located in countries scheduled to present VNRs to engage in the preparation process to bring the business voice to the UN…

Global employers’ community marks 75th anniversary Universal Declaration of Human Rights

IOE and its network of over 150 independent employers’ organisations celebrate this milestone by pledging to increase efforts to advance respect…

IOE – ITUC Joint Statement on Just Transition Negotiations at COP28

Employer organisations and trade unions at the United Nations climate negotiations are speaking with one voice today to address COP28 Parties.

UPDATE: 7th African Social Partners’ Summit

Summit date and location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania on 7-8 February 2024.

2023 IOE International Elimination of Child Labour Changemaker Award Winner

The Central American Sugar Association is the winner of this year's IOE Changemaker competition for their Annual Campaign for the Prevention…

IOE Champions Business Engagement at the UN Annual Forum on Business and Human Rights

Three days of extensive debates on Human Rights ended in Geneva with strong participation and commitment from the business sector through IOE,…

Join the ILO's Global Coalition for Social Justice

IOE is reaching out to interested members and partners to take part in the ILO Global Coalition for Social Justice.

IOE Pavilion @ COP28

IOE will be actively participating in COP28 by hosting a pavilion and coordinating a series of events in Dubai from November 30 to December 12,…

New IOE Publication on Mental Health and Wellbeing at Work

IOE releases new guidelines for employers on steps to promote good mental health at work.

ILO Jobs: new vacancy announced

Staff from employer organisations and IOE partner companies are encouraged to consider a career at the ILO.

Employers Persist in Advocating for Social Dialogue to Define the Scope of the Right to Strike

While reaffirming their acknowledgment of the right to strike and expressing their commitment to ongoing dialogue, Employers at the ILO were…

ILO Jobs: new vacancies announced

Staff from employer organisations and IOE partner companies are encouraged to consider a career at the ILO.

IOE 2023 Global Young Professionals Academy Wraps Up!

Talented young employer professionals from 23 IOE member organisations successfully completed the 2023 session of the Academy.

Now Available: Joint Business Position on the Binding Treaty Process

Please read the consolidated joint business position on the new 4th draft treaty for next week’s 9th session of the Open-Ended Intergovernmental…

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