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Four pillars of decent work
Understand the 4 dimensions of the ILO’s Decent Work Agenda
Job creation
Is about ensuring everyone has access to job opportunities, also in contexts of high unemployment. Creating jobs involves stimulating an environment conducive to investment, entrepreneurship, and skill development. Job creation is important because it…
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Rights at work
Rights at work help to ensure that the fundamental principles and right at work are respected and workers can enjoy the benefits of decent work (e.g., salary, benefits and compensation for illness or injury) and are protected from exploitation (e.g., long…
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Social protection
Focuses on safeguarding workers' well-being (in the formal and informal sectors) by ensuring workplaces are safe and conducive to health, providing access to essential benefits such as healthcare coverage, pensions for retirement security, and parental leave…
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Social dialogue
Encouraging workers to engage in decision-making processes at different levels through unions promotes effective communication between employers, employees, and government authorities. This dialogue helps in establishing fair workplace policies and advocating…
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