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Decent work and economic growth


NGO collapse deepens 2026 jobs crisis
Funding cuts and layoffs across local NGOs threaten Somalia’s economic stability and progress toward decent work

Editorial Team SDG8
Feb 12 min read


Migrant Workers Centre advances workplace justice for migrant labour
Community based education and advocacy protecting migrant workers from exploitation in Victoria

Editorial Team SDG8
Jan 182 min read


The end of dismissal by algorithm
Europe sets binding safeguards to keep human judgement at the centre of AI driven work by 2026

Editorial Team SDG8
Jan 72 min read


The green paradox of progress: when booming green jobs still fall short of protecting the planet
Rapid growth in sustainable employment exposes deep skills gaps, social inequalities and the limits of job creation alone

Editorial Team SDG8
Jan 32 min read


A turning point in youth employment and sustainable agriculture
how a new generation of farmers could reshape food security and decent work in Ghana

Editorial Team SDG8
Dec 4, 20253 min read


Children in the shadows of tech coltan dilemma
The capture of Rubaya mine exposes child labour at the heart of the digital economy and fragile efforts to end it

Editorial
Sep 28, 20253 min read


Empowering migrant workers to organise and defend their rights in global supply chains
Building solidarity and accountability in industries reliant on migrant labour

Editorial Team SDG8
Sep 18, 20253 min read


Decent work, fair pay: building inclusive economies for a sustainable future
Explore how fair wages, inclusive growth, and sustainable jobs can reshape economies, reduce inequality, and create resilient futures worldwide

Editorial Team SDG8
Aug 25, 20253 min read


African fish workers sidelined in trade deals: A challenge to SDG 8
Exclusion threatens livelihoods and sustainability

Editorial Team SDG8
Jul 23, 20254 min read


World Day for Safety and Health at Work spotlights climate change risks at the workplace
On 28 April, the ILO calls for urgent global action as workers face mounting climate-related threats to health and safety

Editorial Team SDG8
Apr 28, 20254 min read


Driving global change: How UpLink’s innovators are advancing sustainability and economic equality
UpLink’s innovators drive impact with $633M raised, 30K+ jobs created, and vast strides in climate action and economic equality

Editorial Team SDG8
Apr 20, 20253 min read


Explaining APEC’s investment agenda with global goals for long-term prosperity
In an era where sustainable development is paramount, aligning investment strategies with global goals is essential for long-term prosperity

Editorial Team SDG8
Mar 11, 20254 min read


Improving global supply chains: Transparentem's fight for labour and environmental justice
In an era where sustainable development, social justice, and corporate accountability are paramount, ensuring ethical practices within globa

Editorial Team SDG8
Mar 9, 20254 min read


Labor conditions in the Asian textile industry: A closer look at exploitation and global efforts for change
In recent years, investigations into labor practices within the Asian textile industry have exposed alarming levels of exploitation, includi

Editorial Team SDG8
Feb 25, 20254 min read


Reshaping global finance: FfD4 and the future of sustainable development
The Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4), scheduled for June 30 to July 3, 2025, in Sevilla, Spain, represent

Editorial Team SDG8
Feb 20, 20253 min read


Creating decent work: A pathway to global sustainability and economic growth
Decent work is a cornerstone of sustainable development, playing a vital role in promoting economic equality, social justice, and environmen

Editorial Team SDG8
Feb 5, 20253 min read


Empowering small businesses and advancing equity with Lisc
In the pursuit of sustainable development and social equity, the Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) exemplifies how targeted effor

Editorial Team SDG8
Jan 22, 20252 min read


OECD: Shaping better policies for sustainable global development
The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) plays a crucial role in shaping policies that promote sustainable developm

Editorial Team SDG8
Jan 19, 20253 min read


Green capitalism vs. Renegade economics: Della Z Duncan’s vision for regenerative economies
Della, a renowned Renegade Economist, shares her vision for transforming the global economy by challenging mainstream economic systems and

Marc Buckley
Jan 3, 20253 min read


Driving economic justice and sustainability through refugee empowerment
In a world striving to achieve the United Nations' Global Goals, private enterprises have become essential players in advancing sustainabili

Editorial Team SDG8
Dec 7, 20242 min read


Economic equality: Greystone Bakery´s unique open hiring model
In today’s rapidly evolving world, the pursuit of sustainability and social justice is not only essential for a thriving global society but

Editorial Team SDG8
Dec 6, 20243 min read


Why inefficient colleagues are dangerous
Inefficiency within organizations can have far-reaching and potentially existential consequences.

Editorial Team SDG8
Dec 3, 20242 min read


The list of goods produced by child labor or forced labor
The United States Department of Labor (USDOL) released the latest update to its List of Goods Produced by Child Labor or Forced Labor.

Fernando Morales-de la Cruz
Nov 7, 20242 min read


Unlocking Spain's Future: The Immigration Impact
Immigration has long played a crucial role in shaping Spain's economic, social, and cultural landscape.

Editorial Team SDG8
Oct 23, 20244 min read
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