Laos
Basic Information
| Country of Operation | Lao People's Democratic Republic |
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| Year of Commencement | 2015 |
| Target Areas | Capital region (Vientiane, etc.), Northern region (Oudomxay, etc.), Southern region (Savannakhet, etc.), and Southernmost region (Champasak, etc.) (4 regions in total) |
| Implementing Organizations |
JILAF (Japan International Labour Foundation) LFTU (Lao Federation of Trade Unions) LNCCI (Lao National Chamber of Commerce and Industry) MLSW (Ministry of Labour and Social Welfare) ILO (International Labour Organization) |
| Main Target Groups | Informal sector workers such as agricultural workers, garment workers, and tuk-tuk drivers |
Main Features of the Project
Life Support Seminars
We hold life support seminars using toolkits created in collaboration with the ILO and local labor unions, providing guidance for livelihood improvement.
Vocational Training
We conduct vocational training tailored to the needs of the target areas, supporting the elevation of the livelihoods of informal sector workers.
Establishment of Mutual Aid Organizations
We aim to establish social safety nets by supporting the construction of mutual aid through the establishment of mutual aid organizations (voluntary groups).
Project Results (As of April 2024)
| Number of Network Members | 1,077 |
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| Number of Vocational Training Participants | 1,298 |
| Number of People Employed, Starting Businesses, or Improving Skills | 1,046 |
