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World of Work, 1996
An International Labour Organization study refutes one of the most common arguments of apologists for child labor in the hand-woven carpet industry--the so-called nimble fingers argument. Excerpts from presentations at an International Labour Organization meeting highlight the commitment to eradicating child labor. (JOW)
Descriptors: Child Labor, Children, Labor Legislation, Work Environment
World of Work, 2002
Despite significant progress in efforts to abolish child labor, an alarming number of children are engaged in its worst forms. Although 106 million are engaged in acceptable labor (light work for those above the minimum age for employment), 246 million are involved in child labor that should be abolished (under minimum age, hazardous work). (JOW)
Descriptors: Child Labor, Foreign Countries, Labor Legislation, Occupational Safety and Health
World of Work, 1996
Includes "Child Labour Today: Facts and Figures"; "Action Required at the National Level"; "International Action: Standards Need Reinforcing"; and "Are Economic Incentive Programmes Effective?" (JOW)
Descriptors: Child Labor, Economic Impact, Foreign Countries, Incentives
