Key Figures Highlight Importance of Labor Rights, Equality, and Fair Compensation
Marath Bolaños, Secretary of Labor; Olivia Salomón, head of the National Lottery; Pedro Américo Furtado, Director of the International Labour Organization (ILO) for Mexico and Cuba; and Ambassador Aureny Aguirre of the Secretaría de Relaciones Exteriores emphasized the significance of advocating for labor rights, equality, and well-compensated work.
Special Lottery Draw No. 305 Commemorates ILO’s 70 Years in Mexico
- Special Lottery Draw No. 305 spreads the ILO’s 70-year legacy across Mexico and celebrates with a top prize of 27 million pesos in two series.
The Secretariat of Labor and Social Prevision, the Secretaría de Relaciones Exteriores, and the National Lottery collaborate to honor the 70th anniversary of the ILO in Mexico, unveiling the Special Lottery Draw No. 305 ticket that pays tribute to one of the first ILO offices in Latin America and aligns with the current vision under President Claudia Sheinbaum’s administration, which champions social justice.
ILO’s Impact and Mexico’s Commitment to Labor Principles
Over the past seven years, the ILO office for Mexico and Cuba has been an invaluable ally through technical assistance, capacity building, and international cooperation that has supported Mexico’s labor policies. Marath Baruch Bolaños, the Secretary of Labor, highlighted that the ticket unveiling not only celebrates an anniversary but also honors a shared history of commitment to social justice, decent work, and tripartite dialogue.
Olivia Salomón, head of the National Lottery, explained that the ticket honors the ILO as an institution embodying human values such as cooperation, solidarity, and the belief that social justice can be achieved. She emphasized that collaboration with this UN agency strengthens Mexico’s and the world’s vision for an economy with a human heart, focusing on dignified life rather than mere numbers.
Pedro Américo Furtado, ILO Director for Mexico and Cuba, mentioned that the commemorative billeting represents recognition for the ILO’s seven decades of continuous work since its Mexico office opening in 1955 and the country’s historical commitment as a member since 1931.
The ILO, founded in 1919, is the UN specialized agency dedicated to promoting labor rights and decent work globally. Its tripartite structure, uniting governments, employers, and workers, is a unique model of international cooperation aimed at building more just, inclusive, and sustainable societies.
Mexico Reaffirms Commitment to Labor Principles
Aureny Aguirre, representing the Secretaría de Relaciones Exteriores, emphasized Mexico’s ongoing commitment to labor dignity, social justice, and inclusive, effective multilateralism centered on human dignity and labor well-being. The ILO’s presence has strengthened institutions, empowering workers and employers while supporting labor reforms.
Eduardo Ocampo, President of the Labor, Social Security and Human Resources Commission of the Confederation of Industrial Chambers of Mexico (CONCAMIN), acknowledged the progress made, resulting in substantial improvements for millions of workers. He called for preserving multilateralism and this UN agency demonstrating that tripartism is the key to genuine development.
Lottery Details and Social Cause
Olivia Salomón reminded everyone of the National Lottery’s 255-year history and how lottery ticket distribution now prominently features the ILO’s image at lottery outlets nationwide, accessible via miloteria.mx.
Special Lottery Draw No. 305 offers a top prize of 27 million pesos in two series and a total distributable amount of 80 million pesos. The draw will take place on October 31 at 8 PM, with live streaming available on the ILO’s YouTube channel, Sorteos Tradicionales de la Lotería Nacional.
Key Questions and Answers
- Who were the key figures present at the event? Marath Bolaños (Secretary of Labor), Olivia Salomón (National Lottery head), Pedro Américo Furtado (ILO Director for Mexico and Cuba), and Aureny Aguirre (Ambassador of Relaciones Exteriores).
- What is the significance of the Special Lottery Draw No. 305? It commemorates 70 years of the ILO’s presence in Mexico and promotes labor rights, equality, and fair compensation.
- What role has the ILO played in Mexico? The ILO has supported Mexico’s labor policies through technical assistance, capacity building, and international cooperation for over seven years.
- How does the ILO’s tripartite structure contribute to its mission? The ILO’s unique model of cooperation among governments, employers, and workers aims to build more just, inclusive, and sustainable societies.
- What is Mexico’s ongoing commitment according to Aureny Aguirre? Mexico reaffirms its commitment to labor dignity, social justice, and inclusive multilateralism centered on human dignity and labor well-being.
- What are the details of Special Lottery Draw No. 305? The draw offers a top prize of 27 million pesos in two series and a total distributable amount of 80 million pesos. It will take place on October 31 at 8 PM, with live streaming available on the ILO’s YouTube channel.
