Singapore's recent initiative, the SkillsFuture Level-Up Programme, is designed to significantly bolster the career longevity and adaptability of mid-career professionals aged 40 and above.
It took effect on 1 May 2024 and aims to address the dynamic needs of an ageing workforce and the demands of an evolving economy through substantial reskilling and upskilling opportunities.
The programme is open to all Singaporean citizens aged 40 and above, regardless of their employment status.
At a recent meeting organised by the Mexican Senate and the ILO Office for Mexico and Cuba, meaningful discussions unfolded regarding the ratification of ILO Convention 156, which aims to establish equality of opportunity and treatment for workers with family responsibilities.
This event underscored Mexican legislators' commitment to tackling the challenges and reaping the benefits of formalising support for workers with family responsibilities.
The Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) has published the first median gender pay gaps for Australian private sector employers, reflecting the Albanese Government's commitment to remedying inequities in the labour market.
On 21 February 2024, Mexico introduced new provisions for the registration and renewal process for individuals and legal entities for specialised services and works.
The latest amendments to Mexico's Federal Labour Law, specifically Article 15, are designed to tighten the oversight of specialised services and works within the country.
Talenteum, the HR Fintech Startup that matches Talents from Africa willing to work remotely with international companies, recently published a white paper highlighting AI's crucial role in recognising migrant skills and fostering digital inclusion.
According to the paper, the effective use of AI in integrating migrant talent presents a unique opportunity to enhance workforce diversity, drive innovation, and promote social responsibility.
The presented challenges and solutions offer a roadmap to more effectively leveraging migrant talent, ensuring that businesses remain competitive and socially responsible in a rapidly evolving digital economy.
On 11 March 2024, European Union (EU) employment and social affairs ministers confirmed the provisional agreement on the platform work directive reached on 8 February 2024 between the Council's presidency and the European Parliament's negotiators.
The agreement sets a precedent for regulating algorithmic management and ensuring fair labour practices in the digital labour market.