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Dear Reader, Today, the world of work is in a state of transition. Introduction of new technologies is changing the way we work and hire employees, and this is only going to accelerate further. While the skill gap in workers remains the biggest barrier, what necessitates focus is also the unfair practices in the labor market. In tandem with this issue’s theme, we present to you two reports by Oxfam and ILO respectively that delve deeper into the inequality trends and puts a spotlight on the consequences. This edition also features the timely Global Employment Trends for Youth report and a pertinent podcast by ILO on the emerging world of work. Head over to the 'In the News' section to know how skilling is being fast-tracked across industries. |
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Global Employment Trends for Youth 2022 ILO published the report “Global Employment Trends for Youth 2022: Investing in transforming futures for young people” to assess the impact of post Covid-19 economic recovery on youth employment. Recent Russia-Ukraine crisis and the consequent surge of energy and food prices particularly in developing nations have further highlighted the need to address employment crisis for the youth, as well as to achieve UN Sustainable Development Goals. |
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| | India Discrimination Report 2022 This report by Oxfam examines the identity based discrimination in labor markets. While the extent of discrimination has declined, women continue to be heavily discriminated against in labor markets. Discrimination against Muslims has been declining, and it has gone down marginally against SC/ST. | | |
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| | Gender Pay Gap in Health & Care COVID-19 pandemic has exposed the vitality of the health sector in every other facet of our economy, making it critical to take stock of the gender pay gap. Besides being paid 20% less, women face demanding work conditions. This report published by ILO makes an evaluation of women’s contribution to the this sector. | | |
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Skilling, Reskilling, Digitalization and the Future of Work This podcast by ILO breaks down for us the crucial difference between digitization and digitalization and how it is changing our world of work. It further explores how skilling, reskilling and upskilling workers can help them sustain in this ever evolving and dynamic environment brought about by the digital transformation. |
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| | Skill India, Samsung to train Indian youth in emerging technology domains like Artificial Intelligence, Internet of Things, Big Data, Coding & Programming. It aims to upskill over 3000 unemployed youth from 18-25 years of age. | | |
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| | SCALE App for skilling in leather industry It is a one stop solution for skilling, learning, and employment needs in the leather industry. It allows people of all ages to access online live-streamed classes from the state-of-the-art studio | | |
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| | Project Karigari to train auto mechanics ASDC, Tide Water to train two-wheeler and four-wheeler market technicians on Bharat Stage-6 (BS-6) technology. Under RPL program, they will receive 2 days training. | | |
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