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The United Nations has launched a new policy for sustainable employment in post-conflict situations.

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The United Nations Policy for Post-Conflict Employment Creation, Income Generation and Reintegration aims to contribute to lasting peace in volatile post-conflict settings - through gainful employment and steady incomes. The policy, which follows a three-year consultation and drafting process, led by the United Nations Development Programme and the International Labour Organization will be implemented in five initial countries emerging from conflict: Burundi, Côte d'Ivoire, Nepal, Sierra Leone and Timor-Leste.

The purpose of the policy is to maximize the impact, coherence and efficiency of employment and reintegration support that UN agencies provide in post-conflict countries. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon has established a UN task force to oversee implementation of the policy.

Gail Walker, United Nations Radio
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