"In many parts of the world, children work to help support themselves and their families. There continues to be controversy around the issue of children's work, with the International Labour Organization now distinguishing between harmful work, which should be eliminated, and work that does not affect children's health, personal development or participation in school. Some forms of work are being recognized as playing a positive role in children's lives. Using the case of Egypt, this paper explores issues around children and work with particular emphasis on occupational safety. The PPIC Work project, a CIDA-funded initiative in Egypt, has been developing tools which enable microfinance institutions to intervene in children's workplaces, improving working conditions and learning opportunities."

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