The ILO Departments on Conditions of Work and Equality and International Labour Standards propose the organisation of a special session on "Normative Frameworks for Social Justice" under the auspices of the Global Coalition for Social Justice and its thematic priorities on inequalities and human rights/labour rights.

The session will bring together renowned academics and senior policy makers to explore the economic impact of normative frameworks that protect workers rights as human rights, promote non-discrimination and opportunities for decent work, establish frameworks for social dialogue, reduce inequalities, and promote social justice. The session seeks to understand how, and under what conditions, labour standards and labour regulation promote inclusive economic development and ensures a fair distribution of the fruits of economic progress.