Resources on Iraq

  1. Job Search Club methodology training set to boost employment prospects for youth in Iraq

    13 March 2024

    ILO trains facilitators to pilot the methodology in the Kurdistan region of Iraq and transfer job search skills to young job seekers from displaced and host communities, improving their chances of securing jobs.

  2. Celebrating International Women’s Day 2024 in Basra, Iraq

    13 March 2024

    On this special day, witness the incredible strides taken by young women in Basra, Iraq, as they embark on a journey of skills development in various sectors, including green skills to pave the way towards accessing decent job opportunities and to enhance their positive role in their communities. The ILO, in collaboration with UN-Habitat Iraq, is implementing training programmes under the EU-funded project "Increasing Access to Employment Opportunities for Vulnerable Urban Population in Basra City in Response to the COVID-19 Crisis,” to support young women in Basra in their journey to better employment opportunities, including self-employment.

  3. Empowering Women Entrepreneurs in Southern Iraq

    08 March 2024

    At the core of entrepreneurship lies empowerment. As the world marks International Women's Day, we witness the determination of women in southern Iraq firsthand, and join them as they celebrate victories, both big and small. Through collaboration and support networks, they equip each other with tools and knowledge while embracing sustainability and eco-friendly practices. This initiative was made possible through funding by the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation in Iraq and implementation by the ILO, demonstrating our joint commitment to empowering women and fostering sustainable entrepreneurship in the region.

  4. Employment Intensive Investment Programme workshop highlights success stories and future roadmap for sustainable development

    07 March 2024

  5. Groundbreaking Iraqi national strategy set to reduce inequalities in the world of work

    07 March 2024

    Launch of the Iraq National Strategy to Prevent and Reduce Inequalities in the World of Work marks a significant milestone in the country's journey towards a more inclusive and equitable labour market.

  6. Iraq National Strategy to prevent and reduce inequalities in the World of Work (2024-2028)

    07 March 2024

  7. Decent Work Country Programme in Iraq: Recovery and Reform- Q&A Blog

    04 March 2024

  8. Achievements of the Iraq Decent Work Country Programme in 2023

    04 March 2024

    This video showcases the remarkable achievements resulting from the ILO’s Decent Work Country Programme in Iraq throughout 2023. These milestones underscore our commitment to promote decent work and advancing social justice.

  9. ILO in Iraq Periodical Newsletter- 2023

    04 March 2024

    In this issue, we are delighted to showcase the remarkable achievements resulting from the ILO’s Decent Work Country Programme in Iraq throughout 2023. These milestones underscore our commitment to promote decent work and advancing social justice.

  10. Decent Work Country Programme in Iraq: Recovery and Reform

    04 March 2024

    The 2023 report underscores the transformative impact of Iraq’s DWCP, exemplifying collaborative efforts that align with national development frameworks. Achievements in job creation, private sector development, social protection, and labour governance showcase a commitment to realizing fundamental principles of decent work. This collaborative journey positions the ILO as a key partner in Iraq’s socio-economic development, fostering a path towards inclusive growth and decent livelihoods. Throughout 2023, significant milestones were attained by the ILO’s tripartite constituents, driven by the expert guidance and technical support provided by the ILO, all under the principal objectives and initiatives of the Decent Work Country Programme.