Social protection
International day for older persons
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Social protection and long term care for an ageing population
The number of people over 70 is projected to rise to 10 per cent of the world’s population by 2050. Social protection is key to ensure older people’s well-being, dignity and rights, while also supporting their families. In addition to pensions, it is essential that better access to adequate long-term care is provided to meet older people’s needs.
Highlights
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More than 4 billion people still lack any social protection
The COVID-19 pandemic has revealed and exacerbated the social protection gap between countries with high and low income levels.
Latest
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Press release
Pilot ‘Employment Injury Scheme’ launched by Ministry of Labour and ILO to provide income protection to victims of work-related accidents and occupational diseases
22 June 2022
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Building a better future and keeping the promises of the 2030 Agenda
Global Accelerator on Jobs and Social Protection for Just Transitions
22 June 2022
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Social protection
Bangladesh government launches first employment injury scheme pilot in the garment sector
21 June 2022
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News
The definition of the social and solidarity economy adopted at the International Labour Conference, receives international accolades
20 June 2022
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News
ILO and Portugal sign cooperation agreement on Social Protection
17 June 2022
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International Domestic Workers Day
Only six per cent of domestic workers have comprehensive social protection, says ILO
16 June 2022