ILO Introduces the Self-Assessment Method for Social Dialogue Institutions (SAM-SDI) in Uzbekistan

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In a continued effort to reinforce the role of tripartite social dialogue in national social and economic policymaking, the ILO conducted a workshop in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, on 18-19 April 2024. This two-day event introduced the Self-Assessment Method for Social Dialogue Institutions (SAM-SDI) to the members and secretariat of the Republican Tripartite Commission (RTC) of Uzbekistan.

The primary objective of the workshop was to build the capacity of RTC members – comprising representatives from the government, and workers’ and employers’ organizations – on the SAM-SDI. This tool enables national social dialogue institutions to assess their inclusiveness and effectiveness.

The SAM-SDI encompasses a comprehensive six-step process designed to guide social dialogue actors through a self-evaluation of their institution, leading to the development and implementation of an action plan to enhance the institution's impact on policymaking.

The Tashkent workshop witnessed active engagement from the tripartite participants, who participated in numerous group activities. They identified key strengths, weaknesses and opportunities of the RTC. 

Following the workshop, the RTC is expected to form a tripartite working group to fully implement the SAM-SDI. Ultimately, this should enhance the RTC’s inclusiveness and effectiveness, ensuring that it continues to play a vital role in Uzbekistan's social and economic policymaking.

The ILO remains committed to providing technical support to the RTC and other national social dialogue institutions worldwide as they apply the SAM-SDI.