Sustainable Development Goal 8 promotes inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment, and decent work for all. While global employment has improved, progress is uneven. Real wages have declined, youth unemployment is nearly three times higher than adult rates, and informal work affects around 2 billion workers worldwide. Women continue to face greater obstacles in the labour market, earning just 51 cents for every dollar earned by men.
Accelerating action to boost productivity, close gender gaps, and support inclusive growth is essential to advancing SDG 8.