Bureau of International Labor Affairs
The US Bureau of International Labor Affairs funds programs supporting international labor standards, worker rights, and trade.
Get Funding to Boost International Labor Standards
This upcoming grant aims to improve international labor standards compliance in Vietnam and Malaysia, supporting trade agreements. While currently an announcement of intent and not open for applications, it signals future opportunities for organizations involved in global labor initiatives.
Get $13M for Youth Employment Projects in El Salvador & Honduras
Organizations in El Salvador and Honduras can apply for up to $13 million to fund projects that improve employment outcomes for at-risk youth aged 14-20. This initiative aims to provide skills training, job placement support, and strengthen local capacity to prevent child labor and exploitation.
Unlock $12M for Business Growth in South America
Organizations focused on worker empowerment in Brazil, Colombia, and Peru can access up to $12 million to strengthen labor rights and improve job quality. This funding supports initiatives that build the capacity of democratic worker organizations and foster advocacy for better working conditions.
$12M for Mexico's Labor Law Compliance Improvement
This $12 million grant supports projects aimed at enhancing labor law enforcement systems in Mexico, specifically focusing on training inspectors and improving compliance strategies in USMCA priority sectors. Businesses operating in or with Mexico can benefit from improved regulatory environments and more equitable labor practices.
Unlock $10M for US-Mexico Trade & Fair Wages
This $10 million cooperative agreement supports businesses and organizations working to reduce unfair labor practices in key Mexican trade sectors. By strengthening labor law enforcement and improving private sector compliance, this funding aims to create a level playing field for American workers in US-Mexico trade.
Get Up To $10M for Workplace Gender Equity Projects
Mexican organizations focused on improving gender equity in the workplace are eligible for up to $10 million to support initiatives that increase women's leadership, strengthen protections, and address wage gaps. This funding aims to foster fairer treatment for women and men in unions and workplaces through a worker-centered approach.
Unlock $10 Million for Business Growth in Mexico!
Mexican businesses can access up to $10 million to improve labor dispute resolution and strengthen collective bargaining rights, directly supporting compliance with recent labor law reforms. This funding aims to boost the effectiveness of conciliation mechanisms, fostering a more transparent and impartial labor justice system.
Unlock $10M for Worker Rights Projects in Mexico
This grant offers up to $10 million to organizations working to strengthen workers' labor rights in Mexico, focusing on sectors like aerospace, mining, and electronics. The funding supports projects that enhance worker knowledge and effective use of labor rights under recent reforms.
Get $10M for Global Business Growth & Impact
U.S. organizations can receive up to $10 million to boost awareness and understanding of labor justice reforms in Mexico. This funding supports projects aimed at empowering workers, employers, and union leaders with knowledge of new labor systems and dispute resolution.
Secure $10M to Combat Forced Labor & Human Trafficking
Businesses and organizations committed to ethical labor practices can receive up to $10 million to strengthen legal frameworks and enforcement against child labor, forced labor, and human trafficking in at least five countries. This funding supports improved coordination among law enforcement and social protection entities to create safer workplaces.
Secure $10M for Global Workplace Safety Initiatives
This cooperative agreement offers up to $10,000,000 to support international projects that enhance occupational safety and health, with a focus on youth. The initiative aims to build capacity, strengthen partnerships, and improve workplace legislation globally.
Get Up to $10M to Fight Forced Labor & Child Labor
This grant offers up to $10 million to organizations worldwide looking to conduct impact evaluations on child labor and forced labor. Funding is available for new evaluations, supplemental funding for ongoing studies, or additional analysis on completed research.
Access $9M for Ethical Supply Chains & Business Growth
U.S. businesses and organizations can secure up to $9 million to build ethical and reliable supply chains for critical minerals, eliminating child and forced labor. This funding supports policy reform and capacity building to ensure compliance with international labor standards and U.S. import requirements.
Get Up To $8M for Advanced Manufacturing & Worker Training
This grant offers up to $8 million to U.S. educational institutions and training centers looking to build advanced shipbuilding skills through international partnerships. Secure funding to develop specialized curricula and train your workforce with global expertise, strengthening domestic manufacturing.
Get $8M for West African Child Labor Solutions
Non-profits and international organizations can secure up to $8 million over eight years to combat child labor in West African agriculture. Funds support capacity building and policy implementation for regional and national action plans.
Secure Up To $8M for Safer Workplaces in Central America!
This grant offers up to $8 million to organizations focused on improving worker safety and health in Honduras, Guatemala, and El Salvador, with a special emphasis on the agricultural and apparel sectors. The funding supports projects aimed at preventing illnesses and injuries, enhancing access to social protection, and boosting pandemic preparedness.
Secure Your Supply Chain: $8M Grants Available!
U.S. businesses are invited to apply for up to $4 million each to develop and implement innovative tools that trace goods and eliminate child or forced labor in your supply chains. Secure your business's ethical sourcing and gain a competitive edge with this significant funding opportunity.
Get $8M to Boost Agriculture Labor Standards in Mexico
Mexican agricultural businesses can access up to $8 million in funding to improve adherence to international labor standards. This grant supports enhanced government enforcement and increased private sector compliance, ensuring safer and fairer working conditions.
Unlock Up To $7M for Ethical Supply Chain Projects
This grant supports organizations working in Mexico to combat child and forced labor within the chile pepper and tomato sectors. Funding aims to empower workers and increase their access to labor rights protections.
Secure Funding to Combat Labor Exploitation
This grant is available to civil society and workers' organizations in El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras seeking to bolster collective action against child labor and forced labor. The funding aims to strengthen organizations and improve the environment for them to advocate for better working conditions and racial/gender equity.