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A single mother, starting her journey as a storekeeper, Ranjana, A., now employs 10 other women in her own business venture, as she strives to give her daughter a better future. © Reza Akram/ILO

Sri Lanka’s rich history with the International Labour Organization (ILO) stretches over 75 years. The island-nation became a member of the ILO soon after its independence, in 1948, with the country office established in 1984. 

As the only united nations entity dedicated to the world of work, the ILO is built on the foundation of tripartism and social dialogue. ILO efforts in the country are closely aligned with national priorities, and the UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework, and are rooted in advancing social justice and decent work for all Sri Lankan people.
 

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Breaking waves and gender barriers in Sri Lanka maritime sector
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Breaking waves and gender barriers in Sri Lanka maritime sector

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Social and solidarity economy critical to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals in Asia-Pacific

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Supporting migrant returnees and communities in vulnerable situations to uplift their livelihoods, enhance their skills and promote safe...

Supporting migrant returnees and communities in vulnerable situations to uplift their livelihoods, enhance their skills and promote safe...

Promoting Advancement of Vulnerable Persons and Enterprises (PAVE) Project

Promoting Advancement of Vulnerable Persons and Enterprises (PAVE) Project

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Comparability assessment of qualification systems between Sri Lanka and the Philippines

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Comparability assessment of qualification systems between Sri Lanka and the Philippines

Mapping of stakeholders in the labour migration sector in Sri Lanka

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Mapping of stakeholders in the labour migration sector in Sri Lanka

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ILO Country Office for Sri Lanka and the Maldives 

202 - 204, Bauddhaloka Mawatha,
Colombo 7,
Sri Lanka

 

  • Email: colombo@ilo.org
  • Phone: +94 11 259 2525
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