Results of an ILO SCORE Programme survey indicate that small and medium-sized enterprises are struggling to survive the effects of COVID-19. Read more

As countries begin easing lockdown restrictions, now is the time to build on the positive gains for the environment that have occurred during the pandemic. Read more

The UN Task Force on Social and Solidarity Economy (UNTFSSE), that is chaired by the ILO where the COOP unit carries the secretariat functions, has issued a statement that reflects on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the role of the social and solidarity economy (SSE) in post COVID-19 recovery. Read more

Representatives from the EU member states confirmed their commitment to promote the social economy and discussed the importance of social economy organizations in COVID-19 recovery measures. Read more

Recognizing the great challenge that companies are facing worldwide in getting back to work during the COVID-19 pandemic, new SCORE Training provide practical safety management and business continuity guidance to help companies get back on track as quickly as possible, as safe as possible. Read more

The current lockdown situation has been challenging for all, and access to financial services is becoming even more difficult. Post offices have an important role to play for financial services delivery, especially for those living in remote areas and with poor access to financial services. Read the case of doorstep banking in India in this Emerging Insight from Social Finance. Read more

The COVID-19 pandemic is affecting people's livelihoods worldwide. What is the effect on employees of microfinance institutions (MFIs)? How can MFIs protect their own staff and keep employee morale high? The Social Performance Task Force organized a webinar to look into this issue. The webinar recording and slides are now available. Read more

Women play key roles in their homes, communities, and businesses. If insurers develop targeted approaches and products for women, they have the potential to earn up to $1.7 trillion by 2030. The COVID-19 crisis poses new challenges for women and insurers. How can an insurance company support female employees, customers and agents during the pandemic? And how can women contribute to the success of the insurance industry during the crisis? This new guidance note highlights best practices from insurance companies. Read more

The Social Finance team is proud to launch the ILO’s Social Finance Podcast, which brings you insights from around the world, highlighting how financial services contribute to social and economic development. Read more

The bill was adopted on 17 June 2020 by the Assembly of the Representatives of the People in Tunisia. The new law aims to create an enabling environment for a more equitable and inclusive human-centred economic model in Tunisia. The adoption of this laws is the result of a long process of tripartite consultations. Read more

Given the difficulty in conducting face-to-face training during the current pandemic, the ILO has developed a set of materials for the online delivery of the Think.Coop training programme.​ Read more