End Child Labor: Protect Their Future

Millions of children are forced into labor, robbing them of their childhood and potential. Join us in the fight to end this injustice and give every child the chance to thrive.

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A brief history

1919
ILO is founded
1973
Convention No. 138 is adopted, setting the minimum age for admission to employment at 15 (13 for light work) and 18 for hazardous work
1999
Convention No. 182 is adopted, calling for the prohibition and immediate action to eliminate the worst forms of child labor
2005
Key global partnerships intensify efforts against child labor, leading to significant regional progress.

Facts on Child Labor

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Over 160 million children are involved in child labor worldwide.

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Agriculture accounts for 70% of all child labor.

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Many child laborers work in hazardous conditions.

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Poverty is a primary driver of child labor.

What is World Day Against Child Labor?

World Day Against Child Labor is an International Labour Organisation (ILO)-sanctioned holiday first launched in 2002 aiming to raise awareness and activism to prevent child labor. It is observed on June 12 each year.

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Our Impact

We work tirelessly to combat child labor through various initiatives.

Advocacy

We advocate for stronger laws and policies to protect children from exploitation.

Education

We provide educational opportunities to children rescued from labor, helping them rebuild their lives.

Support

We offer emotional and financial support to affected families, empowering them to create a better future.

Programs

Red Card Child Labour

In the world, 160 million children – the equivalent of almost 1 in 10 children – are in child labour. 79 million of these children are in hazardous work which is likely to harm their health, safety or morals. This is unacceptable!

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Music Against Child Labour Initiative

The Music Against Child Labour Initiative (MACLI), launched in 2013 by the ILO and some of the world's greatest musicians, calls on musicians worldwide to dedicate a concert or song to the struggle against child labour.

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Latin America and the Caribbean Regional Initiative

A series of exchange sessions on labour inspection, data use and social protection for the Prevention and Eradication of Child Labour were held in the framework of the Latin America and the Caribbean Regional Initiative on Child Labour.

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Climate-resilient livelihoods

Climate-resilient livelihood support in duck raising and floating vegetable gardens open opportunities for community members and parents of child labourers to earn even during floods in Cotabato City.

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Climate-resilient livelihoods

Educational initiatives can raise awareness among parents and community members about the long-term benefits of education and the detrimental effects of child labor. This understanding can shift societal norms and encourage parents to prioritize schooling over their children's immediate economic contributions.

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Climate-resilient livelihoods

Climate-resilient livelihood support in duck raising and floating vegetable gardens open opportunities for community members and parents of child labourers to earn even during floods in Cotabato City.

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Stories of Resilience

Hear the voices, see the change. Every story fuels our fight against child labor.

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Make a Difference

Donate

Your financial support directly funds rescue operations, education programs, and rehabilitation centers for children worldwide.

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Volunteer

Join our community of volunteers working on awareness campaigns, educational programs, and direct support initiatives.

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Advocate

Raise awareness in your community, share our mission on social media, and help us reach more people who can make a difference.

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Your Impact in Numbers

See how collective action is transforming lives across the globe

152K

Children Rescued

89

Countries Reached

2.3M

Supporters

$47M

Funds Raised

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