ILO Convention No. 102

ILO Convention No. 102, adopted in 1952, is an international agreement that sets out minimum standards for social security systems to ensure workers and their families receive essential protection in situations like sickness, unemployment, disability, retirement, and family support. It aims to promote fair and adequate social safety nets worldwide, encouraging countries to develop comprehensive social security systems that provide basic income and healthcare coverage, especially for vulnerable populations. The convention emphasizes the importance of accessible, effective, and sustainable social protection to improve workers’ well-being and social justice.