He Minister of Labor, Eddy Olivaresdelivered the general director of the International Labor Organization (ILO), Gilbert Houngbo, the instrument of ratification of the Agreement 156which guarantees equal opportunities for workers with Family responsibilities.
With this ratification, the Dominican Republic reaffirms its commitment to Gender equalityfamily co -responsibility and conciliation between working and personal life, pillars of the Decent work promoted by the ILO.
- Olivares stressed that the Agreement 156 “Mark a decisive step towards a more just and equitable society, where Family responsibilities They do not limit access or development in employment. “
Strengthen social inclusion
The minister added that the decision responds to the Government policy to strengthen the social inclusion and promote more balanced working conditions.
Adopted by the ILO In 1981, the Agreement 156 It forces the signatory states to apply policies that eliminate labor discrimination for family reasons and facilitate compatibility between work and household obligations.
