Accelerating Action for Eliminating Child Labour and Forced Labour
Empowering communities to combat and eliminate child labour, forced labour, and human trafficking in Lesotho through awareness, support, and legal enforcement. Join us in creating a safe and promising future for our children.
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Empowering Community Leaders, Reporting Cases, and Supporting Victims
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Project Objectives
Advancing Child Protection through Increased Awareness, Support Mechanisms, and Law Enforcement
Increase awareness about child labour and human trafficking.
Raise public awareness on child labour and human trafficking through campaigns and education, fostering a community ready to act.
Strengthen reporting and support mechanisms for child labour victims.
Improve reporting systems and support services for child labour victims, ensuring they receive needed assistance and protection.
Enhance Enforcement and Compliance with Child Labour Laws
Strengthen enforcement of child labour laws by collaborating with legal bodies and stakeholders for better regulation and protection.
European Union funded Accelerating Action for Eliminating Child Labour and Forced Labour project
Join us in this fight for a brighter future for our children.
Child labour deprives children of their childhood, education, and future. Let’s end it together.
Join Us in Empowering Change: Together, We Can End Child Labour and Forced Labour!
According to official statistics, approximately 14% of Lesotho's youth are involved in various forms of child labour. While children worldwide may engage in work that is deemed safe and appropriate for their age, many are subjected to activities that are harmful and detrimental to their development. In Lesotho, the most prevalent forms of child labour include:
- Herding Animals: Full-time work in often harsh conditions.
- Domestic Work: Full-time, which may involve long hours and minimal rest.
- Street Work: Including vending and trading, exposing children to various risks.
- Agricultural and Mining Labour: Working in fields and illegal mines in South Africa, often under exploitative conditions.
The worst forms of child labour are also significant concerns, including:
- Sexual Exploitation: Children being subjected to abuse and exploitation.
- Illicit Activities: Such as burglary and theft, sometimes linked to human trafficking.
Our mission is to create a safer, more equitable environment for all children by working closely with communities, stakeholders, and policymakers to eradicate these injustices and ensure a brighter future for every child.
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