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?What is Microinsurance? Access to Insurance for the Poor May 2007 Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Craig Churchill International Labour Organization What is the ILO? Specialized UN agency created in 1919 Promotes social justice and human and labour rights Forum for governments to engage with employers and workers organizations (tripartite structure) Formulates international labour standards (Conventions and Recommendations) Provides assistance to member states and social partners in implementing standards ILO’s interest in microinsurance The ILO is concerned about: The promotion of decent work: