A Study of the Government and Private Sector Initiatives and Outcome on the Protection of Children from Labor

Abstract

Child labor is one of the major problems that our society faces. Children participate in a wide variety of work situations to earn livelihood not only for themselves but also for their family. Undoubtedly, child effects on children, labor poses serious danger and physically, psychologically, ill and emotionally. Several ways have been suggested to solve this growing problem. Today, there is an increasingly important role played by the public and private sector in the campaign against child labor and in the protection of working children. Intervention programs by both sectors are intended to lead a good outcome for child welfare. Child labor is a complex problem that needs complex solutions. It is not merely a government or police problem but rather a social problem. In this regard, actions towards its solution require a concerted effort of all sectors of society.