Equality and discrimination
Issues linked to discrimination are present throughout the ILO’s sphere of work. By bolstering freedom of association, for example, the ILO seeks to prevent discrimination against trade union members and officials. Programmes to fight forced labour and child labour include helping girls and women trapped in prostitution or coercive domestic labour. Non-discrimination is a main principle in the ILO’s code of practice on HIV/AIDS and the world of work. ILO guidelines on labour law include provisions on discrimination, and in countries such as Namibia and South Africa, the ILO has provided advice on legislative change in this area.
Key resources
Equality at work: The continuing challenge
Report
Equality at work: The continuing challenge
Global Report under the follow-up to the ILO Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work
Highlight
Decent Work for a Life-time of Gender Equality
Decent Work for a Life-time of Gender Equality