African Regional Academy on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work

The Academy serves as a vital platform to delve into the integration of FPRW while addressing the specific challenges prevalent in this region, such as child labour and forced labour, discrimination and informality.

OBJECTIVE

The academy will offer a comprehensive exploration of solutions to advance our shared commitment to human rights in the world of work.

CONTENT

• Freedom of Association and the effective recognition of the right to collective bargaining

• Non-discrimination, inequality and inclusion

• Forced labour and Child labour

• The right to a safe and healthy working environment

• Roadmap and action plans for advancing an integrated strategy on FPRW

Transversal themes:

• Gender and Intersectionality

• Prevention of Forced Labour & Human Trafficking in migration

• Effective strategies for the abolition of child labour

• Human Rights due diligence, supply chains and FPRW

• M&E of National Action Plans on FPRW

• Evidence-based policies on FPRW