Round Table on SDG 8 - Regional Forum 2025.




The UNECE region is undergoing three major structural transformations—the green transition, digitalization, and demographic shifts - which are reshaping labour markets, economic structures, and social protections. These transitions present opportunities for sustainable and inclusive growth but also pose challenges for ensuring decent work, social protection, labour rights and equitable economic participation.

This peer learning session will explore policy responses, national case studies, and innovative approaches to supporting just green and digital transitions, while ensuring economic inclusion, social protection, and lifelong learning opportunities for all workers. The discussion at this round table in particular will inform the preparations of the Second World Summit for Social Development.

Related  Documents: Learn More on the SDG 8 Round Table on Decent Work and Economic Growth - Just Digital and Green Transitions to Leave No-One Behind 

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