text: Decent work is the main path out of poverty and towards a better life. Decent work for all women and men ensures social inclusion and dignity as the world of work plays a key role in economic and social progress and political stability everywhere.
  Decent work is a source of personal dignity and peace in the community. It inspires democracies that deliver for people, and fuels economic growth that expands opportunities for productive jobs and enterprise development.
  Experience shows that economic growth, on its own, is not sufficient. We must do more to empower individuals through decent work, support people through social protection, and ensure the voices of the poor and marginalized are heard. As we continue our efforts to achieve the MDGs and shape a post-2015 development agenda, let us make social justice central to achieving equitable and sustainable growth for all.
  Decent work reflects priorities on the social, economic and political agenda of countries and the international system. In a relatively short time this concept has forged an international consensus among governments, employers, workers and civil society that productive employment and Decent work are key elements to achieving fair globalization, reducing poverty and achieving equitable, inclusive, and sustainable development.
  The number of unemployed worldwide rose by 5 million in 2013 to almost 202 million, a 6 per cent unemployment rate.
  Some 74.5 million people in the 15 to 24 age group were unemployed in 2013, a 13.1 per cent youth unemployment rate.
  Building societies and economies that generate opportunities for investment, entrepreneurship, skills development, job creation and sustainable livelihoods
  Ensuring that economic development goes hand in hand with social development and respect for the rights of all workers, and in particular those who are disadvantaged or poor
  Promoting inclusion and productivity by ensuring that women and men enjoy working conditions that are safe, allow adequate free time and rest, take into account family responsibilities, provide adequate compensation for lost or reduced income, and permit access to adequate social security.
  Creating efficient labour market institutions and effective and independent employers' and workers’ organizations, enabling strong engagement from all sides in increasing productivity, managing labour relations, and building cohesive societies.