Deputy Director #socialprotection department, @ILO, Interests: #socialprotectionfloor. Tweets my own
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Valérie Schmitt retweeted
⏳ Just 2 days to go!
Join us on 4 Nov for the #USP2030 Conference to explore how #SocialProtection can advance social development, #DecentWork & social justice in a changing world.
Hear from governments, workers, employers & partners.
🔗 bit.ly/4sFexDp
Valérie Schmitt retweeted
📬The October ILO Social Protection Outlook newsletter is out!
Discover how 30+ countries are strengthening their #SocialProtection systems with ILO support, plus updates on the #UNGlobalAccelerator, publications, videos & training opportunities.
🔎 bit.ly/47sRdir
Valérie Schmitt retweeted
📢 Save the date!
On 4 Nov, the #USP2030 Conference will bring together governments, workers, employers & partners to explore how Universal #SocialProtection can advance social development and #DecentWork in a changing world.
📍 ILO Geneva & online
👉 bit.ly/4el8eP4
Valérie Schmitt retweeted
🚨 #APSPWeek2026 | #Manila | #SocialProtection
💬 What are participants taking away from Asia-Pacific Social Protection Week 2026?
Watch here the key takeaways from participants: buff.ly/YwOru6C
Valérie Schmitt retweeted
Valérie Schmitt, Chief of the ILO’s Universal Social Protection Branch, wraps up the ILO’s contribution at the ADB Asia-Pacific Social Protection Week #APSP2026 in Manila, advancing inclusive, resilient & sustainable social protection systems for all.
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Why does social protection matter, and what needs to change to expand coverage across Asia and the Pacific?
ILO’s Valerie Schmitt explains from ADB’s Asia-Pacific Social Protection Week in Manila. #APSP2026 #SocialProtection
Valérie Schmitt retweeted
Social protection is essential to ensuring that no one is left behind in a changing world of work.
ILO is joining Asia-Pacific Social Protection Week in Manila to help extend inclusive, resilient & sustainable social protection across the region. #APSP2026
Valérie Schmitt retweeted
🌍 The Academy on Social Security kicks off in #Turin!
170+ participants from around the world are coming together at @ITCILO to strengthen #SocialProtection and explore solutions for the 3.8 billion people still without coverage.
📸 Highlights from Day 1 👇
Valérie Schmitt retweeted
📊 Social protection is an investment, not a cost.
Hear how stronger social protection systems can drive inclusive economic development and build more resilient societies.
#GlobalAlliance #SocialProtection
Valérie Schmitt retweeted
At #ILC2026 last week, Côte d’Ivoire’s Minister of Employment, Social Protection and Skills, Mr Adama Kamara, shared how ratifying ILO Convention No. 102 helped extend #SocialProtection coverage and reduce vulnerability in old age. With @ILOAfrica & @mepsCI
Watch the interview⬇️
Valérie Schmitt retweeted
Yesterday, 21 April 2026, Hon.
Minister @CNkulikiyinka hosted an
ILO delegation led by Ms. Valérie Schmitt, Deputy Director for Universal Social Protection at ILO HQ.
They discussed the implementation of Rwanda's National Roadmap under the Global Accelerator on Jobs and Social Protection for Just Transitions.
Focus was put on: implementation priorities, mobilizing resources, and identifying strategic entry points to accelerate job creation and strengthen social protection systems.
The exchange reaffirmed the shared commitment to inclusive labour markets, decent work, and just transitions supported by forward looking partnerships, sustained collaboration and coordinated action.
#SocialProtection #ILO #Rwanda #DecentWork
Valérie Schmitt retweeted
On 19 March, 13 partner representatives, including @EU_Partnerships, @AFD_France, @Irish_Aid renewed their commitment to accelerating universal #SocialProtection alongside @ilo. At a time of global uncertainty, this commitment is both timely & essential.
bit.ly/3Q2PRVS
Valérie Schmitt retweeted
Social protection key to just transitions in Africa.
At a high-level event in Brussels, @ilo highlighted the need to expand #SocialProtection in Africa, emphasizing its role in reducing inequalities & supporting #JustTransitions in a changing world.
👉 bit.ly/4srHUI9
Valérie Schmitt retweeted
How can integrated approaches between #SocialProtection and health systems support more inclusive, equitable and resilient systems?
Join us on 31/03 for the webinar on strengthening social health protection towards USP & UHC.
🔗Register: bit.ly/4dC3Dso
🌐 FR, EN, AR
Valérie Schmitt retweeted
. @ILO @EU_Partnerships @AFD_France & @NEPAD_Agency are joining forces to strengthen #SocialProtection in Sub-Saharan Africa under the #TeamEurope Initiative framework
They showcased their commitment at a High-Level Event in Brussels hosted by @BelgiumDGD
#SocialJustice #USP2030
Valérie Schmitt retweeted
📢 Save the Date!
Join the @ilo for the Development Partners Meeting 2026 to take stock of impact and shape the next phase of the ILO's Global Flagship Programme on Building #SocialProtection Floors for All.
🔗 Watch live at 👉 bit.ly/4aRje5G
Valérie Schmitt retweeted
🌍 19 Pathfinder Countries will gather in Turin, Italy, from 9–13 Feb 2026.
Capacity Building & Knowledge Exchange Forum under the #GlobalAccelerator, supported by the Joint SDG Fund.
🔗Details: unglobalaccelerator.org/capa…
Valérie Schmitt retweeted
🚨 Join us on 27 January for the webinar “Unemployment protection: An achievable and necessary policy choice”, with @ilo, @BPJSKesehatanRI, @financesmaroc & @SpainMFA, and the support of @gouv_lu & @BelgiumMFA.
🔗 Register now: tinyurl.com/5n7eh85h
#UnemploymentProtection
Valérie Schmitt retweeted
On #UHCDay, the @ilo calls for urgent action to make #HealthForAll a reality🌍
In 2025, the ILO’s support to countries helped advance social health protection coverage. A new guidance released outlines pathways to reach workers in the informal economy.
bit.ly/495FKql
Valérie Schmitt retweeted
A @JointSDGFund's high-level event highlights how Uzbekistan is tackling:
🎯40% informality
🧑💼Extending #SocialProtection to 300,000 workers
💰Leveraging USD 200,000 in tax revenue
& more through #UNGlobalAccelerator.
Learn more: bit.ly/4rkzoL1
