ILO Pillars
Based on the 4 strategic objectives of ILO's decent work agenda, the toolbox rests on 4 pillars of decent work.
In addition, a 5th pillar was formulated to host cross-cutting thematic areas.
Per pillar, the toolbox provides thematic areas, resources, related projects, and guidance on improving the working conditions to align with decent work criteria.
How can you support people (especially women and youth) to find and retain a decent job? There are different options: create new and better jobs…
Increasing social protection is about reducing the economic and social vulnerability of disadvantaged groups. It is commonly understood to…
Social dialogue brings together workers, employers, and the government (the so-called tripartite actors) to explore and discuss issues of common…
Rights at work are an important part of the decent work concept, as they help to ensure that workers are able to enjoy the benefits of decent work…
This cross-cutting pillar provides room to address some of the important overarching themes required for engaging with decent work.