Report Launch Webinar: Strengthening Active Labor Market Policies to Drive an Inclusive Recovery in Asia
9 November 2022

This webinar highlighted key takeaways from the new report Strengthening Active Labor Market Policies to Drive an Inclusive Recovery in Asia. The editors and a panel of contributors discussed the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on employment among vulnerable groups in developing Asia and the importance of overcoming related barriers to boost access to decent work and socioeconomic well-being.

The authors also highlighted the report’s policy recommendations for strengthening active labor market policies, including technical and vocational education and training, and building a skilled workforce to drive an inclusive and sustainable economic recovery.

Objectives:

  • Overview of the new report Strengthening Active Labor Market Policies to Drive an Inclusive Recovery in Asia
  • Discuss barriers to decent work across the region
  • Explore policy options for building a skilled workforce after the COVID-19 pandemic
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Event Coordinator/s

  • Agnes Surry
  • Derek Hondo

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  • Education
  • Governance and Public Sector Management
  • Poverty
  • Social Development and Protection