Child Labour . . . .

In undeveloped countries. . .

Is still high. . .

Who is CHILD?International conventions define children

as age 18 and under is a child. But individual governments may define “Child” according to different ages or other criteria. In India, age under 14 years is consider to be a child….

Who is a labour?One who works in a daily wage basis on the

days when he or she has the work opportunities open for him or her and rest sits ideal on other is term as labour.

What is a child labour?There is no universal accepted definition of child

labour. Varying are used by international organizations, trade unions and other interests groups…But they all generally accept that “child labour” is work for children that harms them or exploits them in some way ( i.e., physically, mentally, morally or by blocking access to education)

Child Labour

Where do child labour live?

60% in Asia, 32% in Africa, 7% in Latin America and 1% in US, Canada, Europe and Other Wealthy nations.

Why should we care?Many children in dangerous jobs are in danger of

injury, even death. They are suppose to sit at home, play with the friends, built their health, develop the culture and load themselves with knowledge. . .

How can ordinary people help to reduce child labour?

• Learn about the issue

• Support organizations that are raising awareness

• Provide direct help to Individual children.

What causes child labour TODAY?

Poverty is widely considered the top reason why children work at inappropriate jobs for their ages. But there are other reasons as well, They are:

Abuse of the childLack of good school, Health careUncaring attitudes of employers

Thank youHeena DiwanRoll no: 16