Joni Simpson

Director, ILO Country Office for Sri Lanka and the Maldives

[ILO Sri Lanka & the Maldives @ILOColombo]

As #South4Care South Asia concludes, participants commit to advancing the care economy through stronger partnerships 🤝, stronger collaboration and concrete action ✅ to secure #DecentWork across South Asia🌏.

[Joni Simpson @jonisimpson]

Proud that Sri Lanka has ratified this key ILO Convention to prevent and address violence and harassment at work—becoming the 55th country globally and the 2nd in South Asia. We look forward to working together to support its effective implementation.

[Gilbert F. Houngbo @GilbertFHoungbo]

Pleased to join Sri Lankan Ambassador, H.E. Sumith Dassanayake, for his country's ratification of the @ILO Violence & Harassment Convention.

It shows Sri Lanka's commitment to a world of work free from violence & harassment.

I urge all countries to #RatifyC190 and implement it.

[Joni Simpson @jonisimpson]

Bravo to the Maldives!

[Gilbert F. Houngbo @GilbertFHoungbo]

Welcome news the Republic of Maldives has ratified the 1986 Amendment to the ILO Constitution.

This covers the:
☑️composition & governance of the @ILO Governing Body;
☑️procedure for appointment of the Director-General; and
☑️rules governing how the Constitution may be amended.

[ILOAsiaPacific @ILOAsiaPacific]

Millions in Asia-Pacific still earn below a living wage.

At the @ILO’s regional dialogue in Colombo, 16 countries committed to wage systems that deliver dignity, equality & shared prosperity.

Living wages are not aspirational—they’re achievable.

🔗 https://t.co/UDkuzTHod1

[ILO Sri Lanka & the Maldives @ILOColombo]

Two distinguished Sri Lankan trade unions — Sri Lanka Nidahas Sewaka Sangamaya (SLNSS) and Ceylon Workers Congress (CWC)—join the Global Coalition for Social Justice initiated by the @ilo 🌍✊
#LivingWagesAP

[ILOAsiaPacific @ILOAsiaPacific]

Great honour for ILO Regional Director for Asia-Pacific, Kaori Nakamura-Osaka to meet Sri Lanka Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya in Colombo.

Excellent discussions on shared labour & development priorities, ratification of ILO conventions, the care economy and living wages.

[UN in the Maldives @UNMaldives]

@UNMaldives is honored to join the first Social Dialogue Conference 2025, hosted by @MoHEmv with technical support from @ILOColombo. We stand ready to support inclusive, tripartite dialogue for fair and harmonious industrial relations. #DecentWork #MV60_UN80 #SocialDialogue

[International Labour Organization @ilo]

Gender equality needs more than maternity leave.

Women face unique and lifelong challenges—from care responsibilities to income insecurity in old age.

Social protection systems must reflect that reality.

Learn more: https://t.co/0Ga0aiqGek

[International Labour Organization @ilo]

🌍 3.8 billion people still lack access to social protection—including many migrant workers and refugees.

From healthcare to income security, too many are left without the support they need.

📘 Discover how countries can bridge the gap: https://t.co/vWUjMG5MQg

[ILOAsiaPacific @ILOAsiaPacific]

🏡 They support your lifestyle. Let's support their rights.

[International Labour Organization @ilo]

Happiness isn't just a feeling—it’s a key indicator of #DecentWork. 😊

New ILO research explores why worker well-being matters & how job quality impacts life satisfaction.

Can happiness shape the future of work? Find out: https://t.co/vsY68M06Ed

#HappinessDay

[International Labour Organization @ilo]

At the current pace of progress, achieving equal employment rates between women and men would take nearly two centuries.

Can the world wait that long to fulfill the promise of #GenderEquality?

📢 https://t.co/AmlqR2mWji

[ILO Sri Lanka & the Maldives @ILOColombo]

A safe+healthy workplace is a human right. In #lka agenda of ⬆️women's labour force participation critical to ensure workplaces free of violence & harassment. Ratification & implementation of C190 helps ensure that right to violence & harassment free workplace becomes a reality

[International Labour Organization @ilo]

It’s 2025.

Yet, we face unprecedented pushback against #GenderEquality and women’s rights. Our call is simple:

📢 Make gender equality a reality #ForAllWomenAndGirls.

The time to act is NOW. #IWD2025

[International Labour Organization @ilo]

Millions of domestic workers provide essential care and services, yet many still face low wages, long hours, and lack of social protection.

It's time to recognize their rights and ensure #DecentWork for all.

🏠 Fair wages
⏳ Reasonable hours
🛡️ Social protection

[International Labour Organization @ilo]

From safety to equality, every worker's right is non-negotiable.

[Marc-André Franche @MAFrancheUN]

Celebrating all the women leading & working on the multilateral stage including my Resident Coordinator colleagues in 62 countries! @UNSriLanka

[Min. of Higher Edu, Labour and Skills Development @MoHEmv]

The Country Director for Sri Lanka and Maldives of the International Labour Organization (ILO)’s ,Ms. Joni Simpson, paid a courtesy call on the Minister Dr. Ali Haidar Ahmed. During the meeting, they discussed on the ongoing collaborations between the Maldives and the ILO, highlighting key areas of engagement and progress.

[Joni Simpson @jonisimpson]

This morning I was @ the Good Market in Colombo, speaking to a woman entrepreneur- founder of Wellness Cultz - high quality natural and gluten free products. I bought delicious peanut butter. I support women entrepreneurs - I invite you to do it too!

[Global Entrepreneurship Monitor @GEMNOW]

"Investing in women entrepreneurs is not just a moral imperative; it is a strategic move that empowers women, drives innovation and builds a more sustainable future for all...."
https://t.co/gI3chcGPUp

[Joni Simpson @jonisimpson]

Interested in trends relating to jobs and employment? iLO released its most recent World of Work Trends:

[International Labour Organization @ilo]

🔻 Global labour markets are under immense pressure.

🔻 Rising debt, climate change costs, and geopolitical tensions are hindering recovery efforts.

What’s next for the world of work in 2025?

🆕 Just launched: WESO Trends Report https://t.co/0EUGfSMpik