ISLAMABAD — The Society for the Protection of the Rights of the Child (SPARC), in partnership with the National Commission on the Rights of the Child (NCRC), marked the World Day Against Child Labour. The event spotlighted the theme, “Red Card to Child Labour: Fair Play for Children, Decent Work for Adults.”
Urgent Need for Coordinated Efforts
Dr. Nikhat Shakeel of SPARC stressed the critical need for coordinated efforts to eradicate child labour in Pakistan. She underscored the importance of creating more decent work opportunities for adults. This strategy is vital to safeguarding children from exploitation.
Global and National Movement
This initiative is part of a larger global movement targeting the elimination of child labour. Promoting fair treatment for all children and establishing comprehensive policies are essential goals. The event in Islamabad stressed the development of such policies and the importance of community engagement to address this pressing issue.
