Call for contributions: Inclusive digital employment services from PES and public institutions
The International Labour Organization, in collaboration with the World Association of Public Employment Services, invites Public Employment Services (PES) and other public institutions to share practices that promote disability inclusion
Digital use linked to higher employment and earnings for women, global study finds – Texas A&M Stories
Credit: Getty Images Women who use digital technologies are more likely to be employed and tend to earn more than those who do not, according to a new World Bank
Apply now for Youth Employment and Skills Development Programme (Brazil)
Deadline: 20-May-2026 UNICEF is seeking applications to support vulnerable adolescents and young people in Brazil, especially in Mato Grosso and Goiás, through education, employability training, and access to jobs. The
GAO Cites Barriers to Finding New Employment Later in a Career
One obstacle is navigating the job application process, something an older worker might not have done for many years—leaving them out of practice with current job interviews and with limited
Will digital transition narrow or widen gender gaps in employment?
As digital technologies spread rapidly across developing economies, governments increasingly view them as tools to expand women’s economic opportunities, particularly in countries where female labor force participation remains low. History
World Bank Supports Education Modernization in El Salvador to Strengthen Skills and Expand Employment Opportunities
WASHINGTON, D.C., March 31, 2026 — The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors today approved a program for results for El Salvador that will contribute to accelerating learning in basic
Green, digital skills shift in construction drives youth employment push
MANILA (ILO News) – As the Philippines’ construction sector strives to keep up with digitalization and climate demands, a growing skills gap risks leaving many young workers behind. To address
Engen equips Steelpoort ICT graduates with essential digital skills and pathways to employment
Engen celebrated 10 young Steelpoort, Limpopo residents who successfully completed ICT qualifications through the Engen Global Citizen Development Programme (EGCDP) at a graduation ceremony held on 12 March 2026. The
Climate Smart Agriculture Technologies and Youth Employment in Ghana
Executive Summary Green technologies offer a unique opportunity to address high youth unemployment and climate change. Green technology applies scientific innovation to develop resource-efficient and environmentally friendly commodities and processes.
How advanced tech skills are shaping the future of employment
Technology sits at the centre of everyday work. It affects what employers expect, how teams operate, and how decisions get made. That shift changes what “being good at your job”