Child Labor in Asia: Challenges and Responses of the International Labour Organization in Thailand and India
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Date
2008-06
Authors
Okusa, Maki, 1976-
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University of Oregon
Abstract
Child labor is an important global concern. Among 317 million children who are
engaged in any type of labor around the world, Asia harbors the largest number of child
workers. The International Labour Organization (ILO) has focused on and worked toward
the global elimination of child labor, especially its worst forms. Child labor is a complex
problem which needs comprehensive approaches in policy implication, education and
economic development. The ILO has worked closely with governments to establish and
revise policies related to child labor and to implement child labor programs.
This study addresses current child labor trends in Asia and the challenges and
responses ofthe ILO through analyzing its operations in Thailand and India. It examines
various steps to eliminate child labor taken by the ILO and other organizations and suggests ways the ILO could be more effective in its efforts to eliminate child labor in
Asia.
Description
xi, 114 p. A print copy of this thesis is available through the UO Libraries. Search the library catalog for the location and call number.