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June 22, 2019
Anew Convention and accompanying Recommendation to combat violence andharassment in the world of work have been adopted by the International LabourConference .
TheViolence and Harassment Convention, 2019, and Violence and HarassmentRecommendation, 2019 were adopted by delegates on the final day of theCentenary of ILO on Friday in Geneva, Switzerland.
ILODirector-General, Guy Ryder, said the standard covers violence and harassmentoccurring in the workplace.
Accordingto him, this include places where a worker is paid, takes a rest or meal break,or uses sanitary, washing or changing facilities; during work-related trips,travel, training, events or social activities.
Rydersaid the new standards recognise the right of everyone to a world of work freefrom violence and harassment.
AlsoDirector of the ILO’s Work Quality Department, Manuela Tomei, said Withoutrespect, there is no dignity at work, and without dignity, there is no socialjustice.
TheRecommendation was passed with 397 votes in favour, 12 votes against and 44abstentions.