Access to decent work for refugees and other forcibly displaced persons
Online
Access to decent work for refugees and other forcibly displaced persons
16 March–24 April 2026
The course is available in English
Key features
ORGANIZED APPROACH
Four substantive modules exploring key themes and providing an in-depth analysis
GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE
In addition to the conceptual framework and available tools, the course will draw on a range of case studies
INTEGRATED E-LEARNING
An innovative e-learning experience combining self-paced study, webinars and discussions, case studies, forum debates, and group work with up-to-date learning methods and technologies.
THREE PHASES
Learning begins at own pace, continues through high-quality, engaging “real time” sessions and ends with an individual assignment
Introduction to the course
According to the latest available global estimates, more than 122.6 million people are displaced by persecution, conflict, violence, and widespread human rights violations, especially in emerging economies. The ever-changing nature of forced displacement has wider socio-economic repercussions and implications, and global debates are still grappling with the challenge of how to develop appropriate and sustainable policy responses. Based on the ILO's 2016 Guiding Principles on the access of refugees and other forcibly displaced persons to the labour market, ILO standards, other human-rights instruments and existing good practices, this course is for policymakers and practitioners seeking to design and implement measures to facilitate the access of refugees and other forcibly displaced persons to the labour market, and to promote inclusive employment strategies and policies.
Who attends this course?
The course is designed for: - Officials from ministries of labour and related institutions, other ministries and government agencies responsible for refugee related policies and programmes - Representatives from Employers and Workers' organisations - Staff from humanitarian and development organisations Participants should hold positions directly related to the design and/or implementation of refugee related policies and programmes.
What topics does this course cover?
This course provides an overview of different approaches that aim to facilitate access to decent work for refugees and other forcibly displaced persons.
- Key concepts and dynamics related to forced displacement, as well as the importance and impact of employment on livelihoods and self-reliance
- International legal and normative frameworks, as well as legislative and administrative conditions and practices governing and enabling access to labour markets
- Concrete examples and strategies from a range of different regional contexts.
What will I learn?
Participants practice promoting short- and long-term strategies and programmes for inclusive employment creation.
- Understanding the impact of refugees and other forcibly displaced persons on labour markets
- How human rights law and international labour standards provide decent work and social protection
- The importance of including host communities in new strategies for employment creation in the formal labour market.
What will I be required to do during the course?
Course learning materials and tuition will be offered in English.
The following requirements are therefore essential to participate in this course:
- The ability to use and access a computer with internet.
- Working knowledge of written English.
- The availability to dedicate per week between 5-10 hours to the course during the online phase, and a full week in Turin.
What will I be able to do?
By the end of the course, participants address labour market issues and promote employment-based responses to refugee situations.
- Identify specific challenges and opportunities, including the gender dimension of access to decent work and self-reliance
- Utilize international human rights and refugee legal frameworks, including fundamental principles and rights at work and the ILO’s 2016 Guiding Principles
- Propose relevant legal and policy options to improve labour market access at the local and national levels
- Access tools and methodologies to address the labour market impacts and promote employment-based responses to refugee situations.
Why should I join?
The Turin Centre is known for its innovative learning tools and methodologies.
- Course facilitators are subject matter experts and specialists
- Training delivery includes online and residential (Turin-based) learning opportunities
- Participants exchange knowledge and ideas on existing good practices
This course qualifies for the ITCILO Diploma for Labour Migration Experts and Practitioners. Take the Academy on Labour Migration, three courses out of all eligible courses within a five year period, and complete a capstone project to become part
of a global cadre of practitioners and experts with a recognised set of skills in labour migration policy.
How?
The course consists of a number of online modules offered through the eCampus online platform to be completed over a period of six weeks from 17 March to 25 April 2025, for an estimated total of 60 learning hours. The course is broken down into three phases:
- Self-paced learning: Flexible (asynchronous) self-guided online learning on eCampus and weekly assignments.
- “Real time” learning: Live interactive sessions and engaging video presentations by highly experienced trainers, blended with individual and collaborative group exercises, peer-to-peer assessment and online technical forums on eCampus.
- End of course assignment: Individual assignment applying ILO Guidelines to the participants organization.
Participants who successfully complete all assessments and the final assignment will receive a Certificate of Achievement. The passing grade is 60/100
How to apply?
Interested candidates should register on-line clicking on the “APPLY NOW” button at the top-right of the page.
- Proven work experience in relevant field.
Payment
The cost of participation is payable in advance by the participant or his or her sponsoring organization.
