Learn how the latest purchasing power parity (PPP) updates on ILOSTAT improve our ability to compare income-related statistics across countries, which is essential to having an accurate understanding of global economic disparities.
The true value of a paycheck: Understanding PPP-adjusted income statistics Read More »
Ahead of this World Population Day (July 11), the ILO explores how population trends are transforming labour markets around the globe.
How population trends shape our workforce Read More »
Delve into the characteristics and working conditions of public servants delivering essential goods and services and the public sector’s impact on addressing labour market inequalities.
Who powers the public sector? Read More »
The disproportionate undertaking of childcare responsibilities by women explains a significant portion of the gender gap in labour force participation.
Women with young children have much lower labour force participation rates Read More »
Labour inspectors are fundamental to a country’s efforts to comply with labour standards, including safety and health. But the number of inspectors is getting smaller, while occupational accidents and diseases are on the rise.
Safety in numbers: what labour inspection data tells us Read More »
As the world faces a number of complex challenges, we examine key labour indicators to assess the impact of unprecedented crises in order to shed light on global trends and regional variations and their impact on our ability to realise the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
Charting progress on the global goals and decent work Read More »
Measures of joblessness that reflect the most urgent need for employment (such as unemployment) point to moderate differences between women and men. Yet, broader measures of joblessness point to much larger gender disparities – particularly in developing countries.
Women are more likely than men to want a job but not have one Read More »
Radio broadcasting is an industry with a rich history and valuable contribution to human connection, to the sharing of knowledge, information, and culture. It is an industry that has persisted despite many changes and challenges, particularly related to consumer demand and technological transformation, demonstrating an impressive ability to adapt and remain relevant. On this World Radio Day, we take a deep dive into data derived from the ILO Harmonized Microdata Collection, to gain a better understanding of how trends are reshaping the employment landscape in this remarkable industry.
Behind the mic: exploring employment patterns in radio broadcasting Read More »
The ILO has released new indicators on work-based learning (WBL) and vocational education, offering statistical insights into youth participation in various forms of WBL including apprenticeships.
Insights into youth participation in work-based learning Read More »
High-income countries often take the wastewater management process for granted. Yet only 58 per cent of the world’s domestic wastewater is safely treated, with significant variation across regions. For World Toilet Day, we delve into the data to gain a better understanding of employment in the water collection, treatment and supply and sewerage industries in different country contexts.
The unseen workforce behind wastewater management Read More »
