The Japan ILO Association is an organization working to deepen understanding of the ideals of the International Labour Organization (ILO) in Japanese society and to build a fair and healthy society based on international labour standards. It promotes the expansion of social justice and decent work.
Its website introduces subscriptions to the magazine "WORK&LIFE: Labour in the World." The fifth issue of 2026 is scheduled for publication on October 20. It also lists projects such as "Red Card to Child Labour!," centenary projects and speaker dispatch.
The association also recruits members and shares information on X (formerly Twitter) and a YouTube channel.
Key points
- Conveys the ILO's ideals and international labour standards to Japanese society
- Introduces developments in labour around the world through its magazine
- Offers ways to learn and take part, such as child labour awareness and speaker dispatch
Why this organization's work stands out
Work is a familiar topic for everyone. The association's information is a useful window onto international labour standards and developments around the world.
Efforts such as raising awareness of child labour connect to everyday consumption and learning, and can broaden our interest.
Editor's comment
The idea of decent work may also offer a hint for rethinking how we work.
Details on the magazine and projects are on the official website. Please take a look.