Published on 8th July 2024
In 2023, WEC’s public affairs activities reached new heights, leading to concrete outcomes on several key issues: new ratifications of the ILO’s Convention 181 on private employment services were registered; the OECD quoting WEC’s Code on Ethical Use of Artificial Intelligence in its Employment Outlook as an example of outreach and awareness efforts by employers’ organisations for a trustworthy use of AI; advocacy for diverse forms of work at the International Labour Conference, fight for appropriate regulation of platform work at the European level, and promotion of new solutions for addressing labour shortages at the G20 level.
Another priority for the World Employment Confederation in 2023 has been improving the quality and robustness of its data. The survey methodology and processes for economic and regulatory data have been revamped, resulting in a range of solid data products that support public affairs efforts. Swift progress was also made to successfully launch WEC’s latest strategic research project, “The Work We Want”.
On the growth front, 2023 saw the addition of new members (Hofmann, Bayton, Arch and Parakar) and partners (Olive Group and Lightcast), and the way was paved for more to join in 2024. As the world of work becomes increasingly complex, WEC’s goal is to expand its community to truly represent the diversity of the employment ecosystem.
All these activities have occurred within the framework of developing a new strategic cycle and the election of a new governance at both global and European level. The ambition is clear: by 2026, the World Employment Confederation will be more relevant, persuasive and quality-focused. With the 2023 achievements, WEC is well-prepared to take on the challenges of 2024.
