ILO
Organizations & Companies abbreviation · International Organization
| Stands for | International Labour Organization |
|---|---|
| Categories | Organizations & Companies |
ILO stands for International Labour Organization, an international organization abbreviation.
Sets international labor standards, promotes decent work and social protection, and brings together governments, employers and workers in its tripartite governance.
Example: The ILO estimates that nearly 140 million children are engaged in child labor worldwide.
Usage notes
Founded in 1919 under the Treaty of Versailles, it is the oldest UN specialized agency, joining the UN system in 1946. It won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1969. Its fundamental conventions cover freedom of association, forced labor, child labor, discrimination and occupational safety.
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- IMO – International Maritime Organization
- INTERPOL – International Criminal Police Organization
- IOM – International Organization for Migration
- IPCC – Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change
- ISO – International Organization for Standardization