The International Labour Organization (ILO) and the European Commission (EC) will jointly host the Just Transition Pavilion at the 30th United Nations Climate Change Conference of Parties (COP30), to be held from 10 to 21 November 2025 in Belem, Brazil. Organized in collaboration with the International Organisation of Employers (IOE), the International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC), and the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), the Pavilion will serve as a hub for dialogue, collaboration, and knowledge sharing on fair and inclusive climate action.
This marks the fourth consecutive year that the ILO and the EC will co-host the Pavilion, reaffirming their shared commitment to promoting a just transition through social dialogue—a process that encourages consensus-building among governments, employers, and workers to ensure that climate policies are both equitable and effective.
Situated in the Blue Zone of the COP30 venue, the Pavilion will bring together representatives from governments, employers’ and workers’ organizations, and a wide range of stakeholders to discuss how social dialogue can transform climate commitments into tangible results. The Pavilion’s opening ceremony on 11 November will bring together high-level political leaders, social partners, local communities, and civil society organizations to align visions with practical action. The discussions will focus on the social dimension of the climate agenda, just transition priorities, and the implementation goals set by the COP30 Presidency.
Over the two weeks of the conference, the Pavilion will host events, consultations, and networking sessions designed to support the integration of climate, social, and economic objectives through just transition principles. The programme will encourage discussions on job creation, social protection, fair policies, and sustainable pathways for implementing Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs).
This year’s Pavilion will center around four overarching themes aimed at promoting inclusive and action-oriented dialogue. The discussions will focus on creating jobs through climate action and fostering decent work opportunities in the green economy. Another key focus will be on protection, emphasizing the importance of social protection systems and resilience for workers, communities, and businesses. Sessions on social dialogue and stakeholder engagement will encourage inclusive participation in shaping fair and effective climate policies, while the theme of means of action will explore how finance, technology, and capacity-building can drive successful implementation. Each thematic area will feature “policy labs,” where participants can exchange lessons learned and national experiences in putting just transition strategies into practice.
A highlight of the Pavilion will be “Brazil Day,” hosted by the ILO on 12 November. The event will showcase Brazil’s efforts to promote a just transition through innovative climate policies, green job creation, and strengthened social dialogue. Representatives from the Brazilian government, employers’ and workers’ organizations, and civil society will share experiences and best practices that underline Brazil’s leadership in aligning climate goals with social justice.
In addition to its Pavilion activities, the ILO will play a key role in supporting the Brazilian COP30 Presidency’s Action Agenda by promoting decent work and social justice across thematic areas such as fossil fuel transition, poverty reduction, education, job creation, and innovation. Acting as a UN observer, the ILO will also provide technical expertise and policy guidance to help ensure that global climate action remains firmly anchored in the principles of social justice and decent work for all.
