53 episodes

Take a fascinating journey into the Future of Work with the latest podcasts from the International Labour Organization - the UN Agency for the World of Work. Listen to experts on how the rapidly changing world of work is affecting you. Go to workplaces you never knew existed and hear stories that touch all our working lives. The ILO Future of Work podcast opens up the world of work, helping you to navigate and shape the future you want.

The Future of Work Podcast International Labour Organization

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Take a fascinating journey into the Future of Work with the latest podcasts from the International Labour Organization - the UN Agency for the World of Work. Listen to experts on how the rapidly changing world of work is affecting you. Go to workplaces you never knew existed and hear stories that touch all our working lives. The ILO Future of Work podcast opens up the world of work, helping you to navigate and shape the future you want.

    The social justice challenge for African youth

    The social justice challenge for African youth

    February 20th is World Day of Social Justice on the UN calendar. But what is social justice? Why does it matter for the youth in Africa? Discover what the youth believe are the solutions Africa's social injustices and listen to what they say they need to realize their dreams, in their own words.

    Is Generative AI the answer to low productivity?

    Is Generative AI the answer to low productivity?

    New research shows that Generative AI tools can substantially increase productivity in certain mid and high-skilled work, like for instance in science, technology, and engineering. So what does this mean for employment, skills and wages?

    The rise of AI in China – Digital technologies and their regulation

    The rise of AI in China – Digital technologies and their regulation

    The ILO's Future of Work podcast looks at trends in digital technologies and their regulation in China, and explores what impact this is having on the country's world of work.

    Should we treat the care economy as an investment or a cost?

    Should we treat the care economy as an investment or a cost?

    Demand for care already outstrips supply and is expected to increase significantly in the future. Now, new ILO research suggests that spending on care – particularly childcare – could bring a return on investment of more than 3-to-1.

    Workplace mental health: It’s ok not to be ok

    Workplace mental health: It’s ok not to be ok

    One in five employees will experience mental illness in their lifetime. Find out in the ILO Future of Work podcast, the four steps that employers can take to minimise workplace mental health stresses.

    Job quality or job quantity – which will AI affect most?

    Job quality or job quantity – which will AI affect most?

    The effects of Generative AI on employment creation and destruction are much discussed, but what will the effects be on job quality, and where will those effects be felt most?

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