Policy space for social (protection) issues is shrinking not only at the global, but also at the national level, with a renewed race to the bottom regarding social protection and environmental standards and stronger constraints on fiscal space, and the erosion of democratic values and human rights. At the same time, national social protection systems are more important than ever as a precondition for sustainable economic and social development, and a cornerstone for social inclusion and resilience in a rapidly evolving global context. How can countries formulate and implement their national social protection policies as a foundation for social inclusion (and economic prosperity, decent work and social justice through social dialogue and democratic deliberation in this context?
Interpretation in English, French and Spanish.
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ILO Headquarters, Geneva, Switzerland
Universal social protection in a changing world: Advancing social development and decent work
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