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Guy Ryder (ILO Director General)

Guy Ryder is a British diplomat and the Director-General of the International Labour Organization (ILO), a United Nations agency focused on improving labor standards and promoting workers' rights worldwide. He has held the position since 2012, advocating for social justice, fair labor practices, and decent working conditions. Ryder previously served as the General Secretary of the International Confederation of Free Trade Unions and has extensive experience in labor relations and policy. Under his leadership, the ILO has addressed key issues such as youth employment, gender equality in the workplace, and the impact of globalization on labor.