International Labour Standards Academy (Arab States, Europe and Central Asia)

This regional Academy brought together professionals with different professional backgrounds who followed two highly specialized tracks on international labour standards (ILS). During the Master Classes in plenary, participants explored standards-related themes presented in the context of building back better from COVID-19 and, more broadly, the full implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. OBJECTIVES To provide in-depth understanding of the comprehensive system of ILS and its application at national level. CONTENT - The ILS system: main characteristics and ILS procedures, from standard-setting to national application. - The content of ILS in selected areas. - NORMLEX database and other resources on ILS on the Net. Transversal themes: - Applying ILS for a human-centred recovery from interlocked crisis and sustainable development - Achieving gender equality at work - Using freedom of association and collective bargaining for addressing inequality and promoting inclusion - Promoting a safe and healthy working environment NUMBER OF HOURS: 32