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The world of work is undergoing a profound transformation. Globalization and technological change are creating new paths to prosperity but are also disrupting existing work arrangements. Digital and technological advances 鈥 including information and communication technologies 鈥 create new opportunities for workers and enterprises. But that鈥檚 just the tip of the iceberg. The has identified some key sectors that are likely to generate the jobs of the future. The evolution of the world of work will require new skill sets and an emphasis on lifelong learning.
Marlee Matin, a long-time advocate on disability inclusion, calls for a concerted effort to tackle discrimination towards people with disabilities at workplaces. She says it is on us to make our world of work truly progressive, inclusive and inspiring.
Encouraging young people to become entrepreneurs poses a real challenge, one that Burkina Faso has decided to tackle through several UNDP-supported initiatives.