The Palestinian Ministry of Labour is a government agency in the State of Palestine established in 1994, responsible for labor and employment issues. Its mission is to create a favorable work environment, promote social justice, protect the rights of workers, and ensure that employers comply with labor laws and regulations.[1] Nasri Abu Jaish is the current Minister of Labor.[2][3]
- The Ministry of Labour in Palestine is responsible for the following key functions:[4]
وزارة العمل الفلسطينية | |
Agency overview | |
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Formed | 1994 |
Jurisdiction | State of Palestine |
Hauptsitz | Ramallah, Palestine |
Minister responsible |
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Website | mol |
- Developing policies and strategies related to labor and employment.
- Administering labor laws and regulations, and ensuring compliance with them.
- Providing employment services, including job placement and vocational training.
- Protecting workers' rights and ensuring fair working conditions.
- Regulating the labor market and addressing issues related to labor mobility.
- Ensuring workplace safety and health, and preventing occupational hazards.
- Addressing the needs of vulnerable groups in the labor market, such as women, youth, and people with disabilities.
References
edit- ^ "Ministry of Labour (MOL) (Palestine) | Devex".
- ^ "State of Palestine - Council of Ministers". palestinecabinet.gov.ps.
- ^ "Palestinian employment strategy meeting held in Amman". Jordan Times. February 23, 2023.
- ^ "Palestinian Ministry of Labour". United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia. October 13, 2015.