Child Labor Coalition

@atulzoot Hi Atul, child labor exploits kids with little to no choice, unsafe conditions, extended hours, and blocked education. Sports/arts WITH proper protections have consent, safety, and benefit the child. But without strong protections or enforcement, any industry can exploit kids.

I'm trying to figure out the difference between child labor and when kids act, play sports, sing, or dance. It seems like working under 18 is usually called child labor, but these other things are often praised and not seen the same way. Eplain? @ChildLaborCLC @ChildLaborCLC

Ohio has a strong bill to ban child marriage sitting in the Senate Judiciary Committee. 18 years old. No exceptions. No loopholes. And here's the part that should make every Ohioan's jaw drop: Not one person has come forward to oppose it.

Coffee should never come at the cost of forests, human rights, or exploitation. ☕🌱 We are demanding a future where every cup of coffee is: • Deforestation-free • Land dispossession-free • Child labour-free • Exploitation-free • Built on living wages and living incomes • Truly sustainable from farm to cup Behind every bag of coffee are farmers, communities, forests, and ecosystems that deserve protection, dignity, and justice. Ethical coffee cannot just be a trend. It must become the standard. Hallelujah for coffee that protects both people and planet. ✊🏽🌍

Child labour steals dreams, limits opportunities, and exposes children to danger‼️ Education should be every child’s workplace. Let us unite to end exploitation in all its forms. #EndChildLabour #StopTrafficking

We urge all stakeholders including government agencies, CSOs, schools, cultural institutions, and community members to strengthen collaboration in the fight against child labour and modern slavery. Report cases through 116. #EndChildLabour @EnabelinUganda @GCICUganda

Every child deserves a safe, healthy, and nurturing environment to learn and grow. Let’s stand together to protect children’s rights and ensure a future free from exploitation. #EndChildLabour

Oklahoma just became the 17th state where we have helped to ban child marriage! Gov. Kevin Stitt declined to sign or veto the bill the legislature sent him to make the marriage age 18, no exceptions -- so it passed into law without him. 1/

In a world marked by profound uncertainty, 2025 reminded us of the fragility of children’s lives, but also the extraordinary power of bold hope. Together with our partners, we positively impacted the lives of more than 43.9 million children through our programming in 2025. To our global partners - World Food Programme, UNICEF World Health Organization, @The World Bank Group, UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, The Global Fund, United Nations OCHA, Global Alliance against Hunger and Poverty, and more - THANK YOU for working together to bring lasting change to millions of girls and boys around the world. 🧡 Read our 2025 Annual Report to see what we accomplished together 👉 ow.ly/laYj50YUHCy

49 chocolate companies representing 90% of the global cocoa supply chain were just evaluated on child labor and farmer pay. Most still fall short. See the full findings in the 7th Annual Chocolate Scorecard. stopchildlabor.org/chocolate-scor… #ChildLabor

No child should have their future stolen by a forced marriage. Oklahoma's Senate and House have both passed a bill to change that, and it now heads to @GovStitt's desk. One signature stands between Oklahoma's children and this critical protection. Sign the bill. #EndChildMarriage

🍫 Love chocolate? Make sure the brand you buy does not have child labor in its supply chain. The 7th Edition Chocolate Scorecard ranks your favorite brands on ethics, sustainability, and transparency. Some results might shock you. chocolatescorecard.com #ChildLabor

When long hours become normal, the risks do too. Globally, 35% of workers put in more than 48 hours a week. Time at work is a health issue too. How is working time changing in your sector? New @ilo report: ow.ly/noUW50YLvUx

We mourn the loss of Pharis Harvey, a founding co-chair of the CLC. He spent his life fighting for workers & children worldwide, helping launch GoodWeave, and holding corporations accountable for the workers in their supply chains. His legacy lives in the work we carry forward.

#MayDay is a reminder for workers to stand together. If you’re going to a May Day event, you can download this graphic and use it as a sign.

Happy International Workers’ Day! For more than 100 years, @ilo has worked to advance social justice & promote decent work for all — including dignity, equality, a fair income & safe working conditions. Learn more about its mission on Friday’s #MayDay: #mission" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">ilo.org/about-ilo#miss…

Over a third of children in Turkey face poverty and many are being pushed into the workforce as a result. The data is alarming. The hidden reality is even more so. nordicmonitor.com/2026/04/one-in… #ChildLabor #childlabor

568 child labor violations. Kids as young as 14 working 17-hour shifts. One minor clocking out at 1:30 a.m. The Illinois AG is suing a Lockport McDonald's and we're glad someone is paying attention. ow.ly/mIxx50YRai7

#WorkersMemorialDay is a reminder of what's at stake when we fail to protect people on the job. That includes children who deserve serious protections & restrictions at work. From tobacco fields to fast food, we keep seeing those protections ignored. stopchildlabor.org

BALDWIN: Why are you sending programs that support elementary schools and elementary school students to the department of labor? LINDA McMAHON: Education should provide an opportunity for children once they have finished their education to enter the workforce BALDWIN: We're talking about elementary students

Education is a human right. Since 2015, 110 million more children and youth are in school, with completion rates rising—especially for girls. The #GlobalGoals aim to ensure all boys and girls can access a high-quality education. un.org/sustainabledev…