Use anything from street theatre, like here, in Nigeria, to home visits to raise awareness of child labour and trafficking.
Looking for ways to support children's rights to be free were you live, or in your country or even the world? Check out our tips below and pick the ones that suits you. You can make a difference!
Talk about it
Inform friends, family and neighbours about the occurrence of child labour and child trafficking. Make sure that everybody is aware of how human traffickers operate, including how children can protect themselves from being exploited.
A Child Rights Ambassador in Nepal looks for signs of children being trafficked near the border crossing to India.
See something? Say something!
If you hear about or see something that looks like harmful child labour or a case of trafficking, report it to the authorities. However, don’t put yourself at risk. If you worry about retaliation, ask a trusted adult to help you.
Get together with friends in or outside school so you can discuss and work against child labour and slavery together.
Enlighten your surroundings
Start a group or school-club to talk about the issues of child labour and slavery. Use posters, presentations, or social media to raise awareness of the harmful effects of child labour on health and development. Also, raise awareness of the importance of enforcing child labor laws.
Support working children
Are there children having to work where you live or in your country? Is the work harmful and/or stops them from getting an education? Is possible, join them at home and talk respectfully with their parents or caregivers. Explain the importance of going to school, and your country’s laws agains harmful child labour. You can help organize fundraisers or awareness campaigns to assist handling who can't afford school fees or have to work to support their families. This could include scholarship programs or school supply drives.
The text on these Swedish girls' placard reads: "Everybody has the right to freedom". Do you agree?
Create change
Use your talents in arts, music, writing, or drama to highlight the issue of child labor and its impact. Share your messages at school, community centers, or through online platforms.
Engage with local leaders
Reach out to local leaders or organizations to discuss the issue of child labor and explore how joint community initiatives can help combat child labour and slavery.
Community Outreach
Volunteer at local centers or organizations that work to support children who are exploited in workplaces, or who fight against child trafficking. Your help can make a real difference in, whether it is packing boxes, handing out flyers or organizing a fun day out for children.
Was this basketball made by a child?
Where does it come from?
Some companies, including huge corporations producing everything from carpets to soft toys, sneakers and sports equipment, have been known to use child labour. Do you research and make sure not to buy
products that may have been made by children. You can also write to the companies and demand that they stop exploiting children in their factories and workplaces.
Remember, every little effort counts. By raising your voice and taking action, you can help create a community where every child has the right to education, health, and a childhood free from labour.
