Employers' Activities

Employers’ and Business Membership Organizations (EBMOs) are central to representing the voice of business as the main source of economic growth, job creation and decent work, and a key component of democratic and inclusive governance.

The Programme’s mission is to help EBMOs worldwide become the representative and effective voice of business contributing to the creation of favourable conditions for sustainable development.

We support EBMOs in:

• increasing their representativeness and their ability to speak on behalf of the private sector
• advocating for evidence-based, data-driven policy reforms to improve the business environment for growth;
• becoming high performing, well-governed and resilient organizations through organizational scans, capability assessments and human resources development;
• developing high-impact, needs-driven services; fostering long-term business competitiveness;
• addressing environmental, social and governance challenges;
• becoming data-driven organizations by promoting a culture of innovation that positions data at the centre of EBMO strategy and decision-making.

The Programme delivers on its mandate through a range of capacity-building activities such as:

• Training activities (residential, at distance and blended) for representatives of EBMOs so that they can become stronger partners in economic and social development and better provide services to their members. 
• Development of tailor-made materials. Our training packages, toolkits and other resource packs include guidance materials and hands-on tools and templates, which participants can use in their daily work.
• Advisory services for EBMOs in the area of organizational development and policy analysis (for example: institutional assessments, strategic planning exercises, membership development plans)
• Digital transformation tools for EBMOs: CRM, digital learning platforms, legal chat bot, policy trackers.
• Organization of large-scale knowledge sharing events 
• Facilitation of events like tripartite forums and meetings on matters related to the world of work

At ACTEMP, we deliver over 35 training activities each year to strengthen the capacity of employers’ and business organizations. Our courses cover topics such as: 

• advocacy and lobbying, 
• organizational governance, 
• industrial relations, 
• leadership, 
• gender equality, 

…and many other key areas. 

Explore the section below to find the learning opportunities that best support your organization’s goals!

Strengthening Employers’ and Business Organizations for lasting impact

Effective and well-managed Employers’ and Business Member Organizations (EBMOs) are essential for representing and supporting enterprises in a constantly evolving business environment. The Programme for Employers’ Activities provides ILO employers’ constituents with practical resources to enhance their leadership, governance, and operational strategies.

This repository of resources is structured around seven key pillars that are fundamental to the success of EBMOs:

Seven Core Pillars of Effective EBMO Management

• Governance – Building strong, transparent, and effective leadership structures.
• Membership – Growing and retaining an engaging membership base.
• Advocacy & Lobbying – Strengthening the voice of employers in policymaking.
• Financial Sustainability – Ensuring long-term viability and resilience.
• Services – Developing high-value offerings that meet members' evolving needs.
• Digital Transformation: Communication, Data Management & AI – Boosting visibility, outreach, and stakeholder engagement.
• Risk management  - Mitigating threats, ensuring stability, and driving sustainable growth

Explore Practical Tools and Insights

To support organizations in these areas, a variety of training aids and reference materials are available:

• Reference Guides – Expert-developed manuals to navigate key aspects of EBMO management.
• Training Presentations – Ready-to-use PowerPoint decks built on years of hands-on training experience.
• Video Classes – Concise lessons explaining key governance and management concepts for EBMOs, featuring expert insights and best practices.
• Additional Tools – Essential resources to enhance organizational effectiveness.

Leverage these resources to strengthen your organization and drive meaningful change. Start exploring now!

ACTEMP provides cutting-edge digital transformation solutions to enhance the capabilities of employers' and business organizations. Our solutions include:

ACTEMP offers tailored advisory services to support the institutional strengthening of employers’ and business organizations. Our support includes: