Convention No.122 is the key international labour standard most relevant to employment promotion and guides the ILO and States on employment policies. This convention calls upon States to declare and pursue an active employment policy as a major goal, and defines the principles of the employment policy. By exploring the principles outlined in Convention No.122, we will gain insights into the importance of placing the promotion of full, productive and freely chosen employment as a major goal for stimulating economic growth and development. We will learn the relevant and important topics including related recommendations and ILO’s approach on employment policy as well.

• Policy makers and practitioners.
• Governments, employers and workers' organizations representatives.
• Individuals working in civil society organizations and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) focused on human rights, labour rights, and issues related to employment.
• Those involved in labour and employment policies at the national, regional, or international level

Employment: What is employment?

The scope of C.122: What are core princiles of C122. Which recommendations are related to C122.

Employment policy: How many countries have employment policies. Check the good practices of employment policy.

At the end of this learning journey, you will have:

• Acquired the core principles applied by the Convention No122;
• Increased awareness and understanding of the importance of the principles of employment policies
• Acquired the basic knowledge that is essential to plan and implement the employment policy.

Assess your existing knowledge level before starting

Complete self-guided modules

Pass the final test to get your Participation Certificate

For more information, please contact us at: employmentpolicy@itcilo.org