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A joint @ILO-@IFC_org programme improving working conditions and business practices across the global garment industry.
Geneva, Bangkok, Washington
Joined October 2009
4️⃣5️⃣ @ilo Member States have already taken a stand against workplace violence and harassment by ratifying C190. Be on the right side of history - ensure your country does the same. #16Days #RatifyC190 #NoExcuse
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Social protection and Occupational Safety and Health (#OSH) are crucial for building climate resilience and supporting a #JustTransition
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Jimmatun Akter works at a Bangladeshi RMG factory and is a member of its participation committee, a platform for workers' voices. She joined @Better_Work's leadership training and said, "I'm now better skilled to advocate for my colleagues' rights." @ilobangladesh
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A safer tomorrow starts today! 🚨 In #Uzbekistan, @Better_Work is helping factories like Fergana Global Textile improve #OSH practices. Worker Hojimurod Egamberdiyev says, “New safety protocols & training are helping us to make workspace safer for 6,500+ employees."
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Clara dreams of owning a clothing store & salon but faces daily risks just commuting to work. In #Haiti’s garment sector, aspirations clash with a harsh reality of violence & instability. Stories from Haiti's garment industry 👇 https://t.co/7S0DgVWb8D
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Recently, @Better_Work Jordan, @adidas & @FairLaborAssoc jointly hosted a series of seminars on #OSH compliance. Part of our strategy to strengthen the commitment to fair, safe, and ethical working conditions in Jordan’s #RMG industry Learn more: https://t.co/vohqpSuV0q
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35 social compliance auditors joined @ILO-@IFC_org @Better_Work training funded by @giz_gmbh on 10-11 Nov. 💡 They learnt skills in data collection, reporting+interview to combat forced labour, child labour, discrimination & freedom of association at work. @ilobangladesh
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Thank you @IFC_org & partners for a great @Better_Work Global Partner Forum! Highlights: @ILO's Patrick Belser on living wages & discussions on heat stress, stressing the need for collective action & collaboration. Join us on the journey: https://t.co/QVrNSoBqwi
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🔴 LIVE: How can social dialogue ensure fair outcomes for human mobility in a #JustTransition? Join @ILO and @EU_Social at #COP29 for this important conversation. Tune in here ➡️ https://t.co/WTNhikyzrb
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1st day of our tripartite mission to Indonesia with meetings with IFC, ILO, @Better_Work, 🇨🇭private sector and trade unions @blaise_matthey, # Luca Cirigliano
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Last week, the Indonesia Business Forum, organized by @Better_Work Indonesia—a joint programme of @ILO, @IndonesiaILO & @IFC_org—brought together industry stakeholders, promoting collaborative efforts for a sustainable RMG industry. 👉 https://t.co/8Yn9rHB0zx
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🌍 Today we kicked off the @Better_Work Global Partner Forum in Washington, D.C. Looking forward to insightful discussions on climate action, living wages & more with speakers from @ILO, @IFC_org, @Cornell, & our buyer partners.
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Social protection and Occupational Safety and Health are essential to climate resilience! At #COP29, the ILO will highlight how equitable climate action means empowering workers and communities to build a sustainable future for all. #JustTransition 🌍 https://t.co/u2YPXWxG1k
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🏭 Factories stand to benefit from embracing inclusion! By improving working conditions for people with disabilities ♿, factories can boost their reputation 🌟, boost productivity 📈, and attract new customers
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70% of workers face extreme heat, causing injuries & deaths. We need #SocialJustice & #DecentWork for a safe, sustainable future. Learn more about the ILO's goals at #COP29: https://t.co/jwIxNzEsjl
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At #COP29, the ILO will spotlight innovative solutions to foster green economies, protect jobs, and drive climate action. A #JustTransition starts with #SocialJustice. More info: https://t.co/wwRHJPHfCz
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Climate change impacts are a growing threat Let's work towards protecting workers from the climate crisis & achieving a green transition that benefits employers, workers & businesses. #COP29
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This year, Better Work #VietNam marks 15 years of progress, improving working conditions and enhancing business competitiveness. We now support nearly 500 factories employing over 750,000 workers, with 3 in 4 being women. #DecentWork #GarmentSector 👉 https://t.co/uz1tTAJGfL
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Latest Better Work global newsletter is out! 🎉 Explore reflections on 15 years of Better Work Viet Nam, latest updates from country programmes, and more. Read here👉 https://t.co/CW5b35cnqP
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Participation in Better Work has improved compliance with maternity & care-related provisions. For example, non-compliance in providing daycare services, where required by law, decreased by 15 percentage points from 2016 to 2020 in multiple countries 👉 https://t.co/snnd1W23k6
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