Eng Project
Eng Project
Reaching Consequences
Introduction
Child labour is a pervasive issue that affects millions of children worldwide, depriving
them of their fundamental rights to education, health, and a childhood free from
exploitation. Despite international efforts to combat this issue, child labour remains
entrenched in many societies, driven by poverty, lack of education, and insufficient
legal protections. This project aims to explore the causes, consequences, and
potential solutions to child labour, emphasizing the urgent need for global action to
eradicate this violation of human rights.
• Informal Sector Work: Many children work in the informal sector, performing
tasks such as street vending, shoe shining, and working in small workshops.
This sector is largely unregulated, making it difficult to monitor and protect
child workers.
• Illicit Activities: Some children are coerced into illicit activities, including drug
trafficking and commercial sexual exploitation. These are among the worst
forms of child labour, causing severe psychological and physical harm.
Consequences of Child Labour
The consequences of child labour are profound and long-lasting, affecting not only
the children involved but also their families, communities, and societies as a whole.
Impact on Children
• Physical and Mental Health Risks: Child labourers are frequently exposed
to dangerous working conditions that pose serious risks to their physical and
mental health. Many suffer from injuries, chronic illnesses, and psychological
trauma due to overwork, abuse, and neglect.