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ILC Board of Directors Meeting Held in Ankara: Hamza Öksüz Elected as Secretary General of the ILC

ILC Board of Directors Meeting Held in Ankara: Hamza Öksüz Elected as Secretary General of the ILC

22 Apr Tuesday
15:05

Following the Statutory Amendment Congress of the International Labour Confederation (ILC), the ILC Board of Directors convened in Ankara and took a number of significant decisions. The meeting addressed the confederation’s vision for the upcoming period, strategic priorities, and institutional structuring.
The Statute Amendment General Assembly of the International Labour Confederation (ILC) Successfully Held in Ankara

The Statute Amendment General Assembly of the International Labour Confederation (ILC) Successfully Held in Ankara

22 Apr Tuesday
13:50

The Statute Amendment General Assembly of the International Labour Confederation (ILC) was successfully held in Ankara on April 20, 2025.
International Labour Confederation (ILC) at a Glance

International Labour Confederation (ILC) at a Glance

22 Apr Tuesday
11:59

Established in 2022 and officially launched following its inaugural General Assembly in 2024, the International Labour Confederation (ILC) marked a significant milestone with the “At a Glance” meeting, held as part of the International Congress on Labour, Digitalization, and Social Justice. The event took place in Türkiye, bringing together 200 trade union leaders representing 50 confederations, 3 regional labour organizations, and 41 countries.
 International Congress on “Labour, Digitalization and Social Justice”

International Congress on “Labour, Digitalization and Social Justice”

24 Apr Thursday
08:25

ILC member Memur-Sen organized an International Congress on Labour, Digitalization and Social Justice in Ankara on April 18–19, 2025. The congress brought together 200 trade union leaders representing 50 confederations from 41 countries, along with three international organizations.
Closing Ceremony and Certificate Presentation of the Training Program

Closing Ceremony and Certificate Presentation of the Training Program

13 Jan Monday
08:29

The three-day training program on “Institutional Capacity Building and Digital Transformation”, organized by the International Labor Confederation (ILC) in collaboration with the Center for Labour and Social Security Training and Research (ÇASGEM), concluded with a formal closing ceremony on January 11, 2025.
Three-Day Training Program on Institutional Capacity Building and Digital Transformation

Three-Day Training Program on Institutional Capacity Building and Digital Transformation

13 Jan Monday
14:14

The program began on January 9, 2025, with a formal opening ceremony. Key speeches were delivered by Prof. Dr. Elif Gökçearslan, President of ÇASGEM, and Mr. Ali Yalçın, President of ILC.
"Institutional Capacity Building and Digital Transformation" Certification Program

"Institutional Capacity Building and Digital Transformation" Certification Program

11 Jan Saturday
07:45

The International Labor Confederation (ILC), in collaboration with the Center for Labour and Social Security Training and Research (ÇASGEM), is organizing a three-day intensive training program in Ankara on Institutional Capacity Building and Digital Transformation. This program brings together 28 trade unionists from 19 countries to strengthen organizational capabilities in an increasingly digitalized world.
A Just World Will Be Built Through Comprehensive Struggles Against Violence!

A Just World Will Be Built Through Comprehensive Struggles Against Violence!

25 Nov Monday
09:36

A Just World Will Be Built Through Comprehensive Struggles Against Violence!
The International Labour Confederation (ILC) Board of Directors Convened in Ankara

The International Labour Confederation (ILC) Board of Directors Convened in Ankara

20 Nov Wednesday
15:36

The Board of Directors of the International Labour Confederation (ILC) gathered in Ankara to set the calendar for activities scheduled for 2025.
ILC President Ali Yalçın Strengthens Ties with Southeast Asian Trade Unions in Malaysia and Indonesia

ILC President Ali Yalçın Strengthens Ties with Southeast Asian Trade Unions in Malaysia and Indonesia

13 Nov Wednesday
14:23

The President of the International Labor Confederation (ILC), Mr. Ali Yalçın, recently completed a significant visit to ILC affiliates and new member unions in Malaysia and Indonesia, reinforcing the confederation’s commitment to global labor solidarity and collaboration.
 ILC Hosts The First Reception at ILO Building in Geneva

ILC Hosts The First Reception at ILO Building in Geneva

02 Jul Tuesday
14:06

In the framework of the 112th International Labour Conference, Dr. Ahmet Gök, the ILC's Secretary General, hosted a reception at the United Nations International Labour Organization (ILO) Building in Geneva.
Dr. Ahmet Gök, ILC General Secretary, attended a press conference in Bosna Hersek regarding the education workers’ rights

Dr. Ahmet Gök, ILC General Secretary, attended a press conference in Bosna Hersek regarding the education workers’ rights

20 May Monday
13:58

Dr. Ahmet Gök, ILC General Secretary attended a press conference organized by the Bosnia and Herzegovina Primary Education Workers Union regarding the education workers’ rights in Sarajevo, on 14 May, 2024.
ILC GENERAL SECRETARY DR. AHMET GÖK: WE WILL FIGHT TOGETHER FOR A JUST AND PEACEFUL WORLD

ILC GENERAL SECRETARY DR. AHMET GÖK: WE WILL FIGHT TOGETHER FOR A JUST AND PEACEFUL WORLD

02 May Thursday
12:23

International Labour Confederation (ILC) General Secretary Dr. Ahmet Gök and his accompanying delegation laid a wreath at the Istanbul Taksim Republic Monument on behalf of confederation and read the ILC May 1st Declaration.
INTERNATIONAL LABOUR CONFEDERATION’S MAY DAY DECLARATION:

INTERNATIONAL LABOUR CONFEDERATION’S MAY DAY DECLARATION:

01 May Wednesday
12:27

International Labour Confederation’s May Day Declaration:Continuing the struggle for decent work and a just and peaceful world…
THE INTERNATIONAL LABOR CONFEDERATION (ILC) 1ST ORDINARY GENERAL ASSEMBLY HAS BEGUN

THE INTERNATIONAL LABOR CONFEDERATION (ILC) 1ST ORDINARY GENERAL ASSEMBLY HAS BEGUN

21 Feb Wednesday
12:30

The 1st Ordinary General Assembly of the International Labor Confederation (ILC) began at the EBS Hotel, Ankara, with the participation of over 100 trade unionists from 27 countries.
THE 1ST ORDINARY GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE INTERNATIONAL LABOUR CONFEDERATION (ILC) HAS BEEN HELD

THE 1ST ORDINARY GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE INTERNATIONAL LABOUR CONFEDERATION (ILC) HAS BEEN HELD

21 Feb Wednesday
12:34

The 1st Ordinary General Assembly of the International Labour Confederation (ILC), which includes 33 confederations from 25 countries and represents over 30 million workers, including Memur-Sen, was held at the Memur-Sen Headquarter.
International Confederation of Labor (ILC) Promotional Film

International Confederation of Labor (ILC) Promotional Film

01 Feb Thursday
12:40

International Confederation of Labor (ILC) Promotional Film