The ILO and tripartism: some reflections. (labor standards cooperation) (International Labor Organization's 75th Anniversary)

From: Monthly Labor Review | Date: September 1, 1994| Author: Simpson, William R. | Copyright information

Basic to the operations of the International Labor Organization (ILO) is tripartism--the process by which workers, employers, and governments contribute to the setting of workplace standards and the protection of workers' rights worldwide. This concept, unique among international organizations, is founded in evidence that voluntary interaction and dialogue among representatives of the various parties is vital for social and economic stability and progress, while being consonant wit...

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