Decent Work related to all facets of sustainable development | Division for Inclusive Social Development (DISD)

Speaking at the high level event of the General Assembly in New York on “Achieving poverty eradication through full employment and decent work for all in the Post-2015 development Agenda”, UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon made a strong case for employment and decent work for all in the post-2015 development discussions.

Secretary –General highlighted “We all understand that economic growth is essential. But we also know that growth does not automatically mean jobs. We need to go deeper by making employment a priority, not an afterthought.”

He added, “We must ensure that growth is inclusive and leaves no one behind. Actions are needed so that men, women, and youth have access to decent work and social protection floors. Labour market policies should put a special focus on young people, women and people with disabilities.”