World Day Against Child Labour.
Wednesday - June 12, 2024 4:56 pm ,
Category : WTN SPECIAL
World Day against Child Labour is observed annually on June 12th and is a crucial reminder of the ongoing struggle to eradicate child labour globally. It was established by the International Labour Organization (ILO) in 2002, which raises awareness about the difficult situation of child workers and advocates for their rights to education, health and a life free from exploitation.
The main causes of child labour are Poverty, Lack of education, Cultural factors, Economic shocks and crises, Legislation and Enforcement, Education, Social protection, Public awareness.
Several global initiatives have made for reducing child labour. The ILO’s International Programme on the Elimination of Child Labour (IPEC) has been instrumental in creating partnerships and programs to combat child labour. The United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 8.7 aims to end child labour in all its forms by 2025, highlighting the global commitment to this cause.
Success stories from countries like Brazil and India show that progress is possible. Brazil's Bolsa Família program, a conditional cash transfer initiative, has significantly reduced child labour by providing financial support to low-income families contingent on their children attending school. In India, the Right to Education Act has made education a fundamental right for children, leading to increased school enrolment and reduced child labour.
World Day against Child Labour serves as a powerful reminder that child labour is not just a violation of children’s rights but a barrier to sustainable development. Eradicating child labour requires a multifaceted approach that addresses its root causes, strengthens legal frameworks, and ensures that every child has access to education and a safe, nurturing environment. As global citizens, it is our collective responsibility to advocate for and support efforts to end child labour by ensuring a brighter future for all children.
The main causes of child labour are Poverty, Lack of education, Cultural factors, Economic shocks and crises, Legislation and Enforcement, Education, Social protection, Public awareness.
Several global initiatives have made for reducing child labour. The ILO’s International Programme on the Elimination of Child Labour (IPEC) has been instrumental in creating partnerships and programs to combat child labour. The United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 8.7 aims to end child labour in all its forms by 2025, highlighting the global commitment to this cause.
Success stories from countries like Brazil and India show that progress is possible. Brazil's Bolsa Família program, a conditional cash transfer initiative, has significantly reduced child labour by providing financial support to low-income families contingent on their children attending school. In India, the Right to Education Act has made education a fundamental right for children, leading to increased school enrolment and reduced child labour.
World Day against Child Labour serves as a powerful reminder that child labour is not just a violation of children’s rights but a barrier to sustainable development. Eradicating child labour requires a multifaceted approach that addresses its root causes, strengthens legal frameworks, and ensures that every child has access to education and a safe, nurturing environment. As global citizens, it is our collective responsibility to advocate for and support efforts to end child labour by ensuring a brighter future for all children.
