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The Future of Work in Western Economies

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Join us on 4th February for an insightful webinar with Ekkehard Ernst, Chief Macroeconomist at the International Labour Organization (ILO).

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Ekkehard will explore the key trends shaping the future of work in Western economies, drawing from the latest insights in the World Employment and Social Outlook – Trends 2025 report.

In this 30-minute presentation, followed by a live Q&A, Ekkehard will discuss:

  • The evolving dynamics of labour markets in the post-pandemic era.
  • Challenges and opportunities for businesses, employees, and policymakers.
  • How to adapt to an increasingly complex and fast-changing labour landscape.

The World Employment and Social Outlook – Trends 2025 report will be released on 16th January.

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Ekkehard Ernst is the Chief Macroeconomist at the International Labour Organization (ILO), where he focuses on the Future of Work, using scenario techniques and predictive tools to analyse labour market trends, skills development, and global labour costs. His research explores the socio-economic impacts of emerging technologies, inequality, and sustainability, with recent work addressing the COVID-19 crisis. Widely published in policy and academic forums, he is the co-founder of Geneva Macro Labs, a platform advancing solutions for global challenges and the UN Sustainable Development Agenda. Previously, he worked at the OECD and the European Central Bank and holds a PhD from the École des Hautes Études en Sciences Sociales.