Geneva, Switzerland: Uganda’s Gender, Labour and Social Development Minister, Hon. Betty Amongi Ongom, has called on global leaders to prioritize social justice, job creation, and workers’ rights through strengthened international cooperation.
Speaking on behalf of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) at the 113th Session of the International Labour Conference (ILC), Hon. Amongi delivered a rousing address that spotlighted the plight of migrant workers and the urgent need for solidarity in tackling forced labour and unfair employment practices.
“Our commitment to social justice is unwavering,” she said. “We are dedicated to ensuring that every worker has access to decent work conditions and a fair wage. The rights of every individual must be respected, regardless of where they come from.”
Hon. Amongi decried the exploitation of workers, particularly in vulnerable populations, and warned that economic development must never come at the cost of human dignity or life. She urged countries to work together in building systems that uphold labour protections while expanding access to decent jobs.
The minister also welcomed global engagement through the ILO’s Global Coalition for Social Justice, which she described as a timely platform to align international efforts with the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
She emphasized that over a century of ILO experience should serve as the foundation for global actions on equality, rights, and inclusive growth.
In a clarion call to ILO constituents, Hon. Amongi urged unified backing for a global development framework focused on jobs, rights, and equitable prosperity. “The pathway to equality and justice requires solidarity, and it is time for all of us to come together to create a better future for workers everywhere,” she concluded.
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