All publications: child labour + child workers

ACCEL Egypt

Combatting child labour in the cotton value chain in Egypt through the development of cooperatives

This study is the product of a collaborative effort between the Ministry of Agriculture and Land Reclamation and the International Labour Organization, through the project “Accelerating Action for the Elimination of Child Labour in Supply Chains in...

A data ecosystem approach

Assessing national status vis-à-vis SDG Target 8.7

This paper outlines an “ecosystem approach” to child labour data collection with this aim in mind. It relates principally to countries that have achieved low levels of child labour and want to monitor and sustain this achievement and to complete the...

CLMS tools

User manual: Guidelines for implementing the community-based child labour monitoring system (CLMS) in Myanmar

This tool provides detailed guidelines for establishing and managing the community-based child labour monitoring system (CLMS), which is aimed at collecting, verifying, and monitoring data on child labour to design effective intervention strategies...

Analytical report

Endline knowledge, attitudes and practices (KAP) study on child labour in Myanmar (2022)

The study explores the impact of My-PEC initiatives on community knowledge, attitudes, and practices surrounding child labour including increase in knowledge about child labour related laws and children’s rights, shifts in community attitudes and...

Analytical report

Trends in child labour in Myanmar 2021-24: A study of Mon, Kayin, Kayah and Shan States

This study assesses child labour in Myanmar’s Mon, Kayin, Kayah (Karenni), and Shan States, highlighting key trends, causes, and developments. Based on early 2024 interviews and focus groups, it examines economic, cultural, and systemic drivers,...

Child labour

E-learning programme on child Labour pack

The course aims to equip civil society partners, social workers, employers and worker’s organizations to effectively assess and address cases of child labour within their communities. The modules consist of a live, instructor-led component and an...

Analytical report

Assessment of value chains in pilot areas of the Myanmar programme on the elimination of child labour (My-PEC) in Ayeyarwady Region, Yangon...

This study explores ways to create sustainable economic opportunities by identifying value chains that can help people earn a stable income. It looks at market trends, job opportunities, and the challenges people face in finding employment. Based on...

11 modules booklet

E-learning programme on rights, responsibilities and representation for children, youth and families (3Rs)

Building upon the foundation laid by the 3-R Trainers’ Kit developed in 2018 and the e-learning Programme on Child Labour launched in 2022, the 3Rs e-learning kit is a comprehensive resource designed to empower individuals and organizations working...

Promoting Socio-economic Inclusion through Enhanced Access to Education for Children and Training Opportunities for Young Workers on...

Child labour in Mongolia - Child labour survey results 2021-2022

The survey’s main objective was to generate quantitative data on the prevalence and nature of child labour according to the latest international standards.

Small area estimation of child labour prevalence in Côte d’Ivoire

This report presents methods for estimating local level prevalence of child labour in Côte d'Ivoire. The aim of the study was to create a suitable model to estimate, at the lowest level possible, the prevalence of child labour in a way that allows...

Child labour in the Republic of Serbia

This policy brief provides an overview of the child labour situation in the Republic of Serbia, presenting key findings, conclusions and recommendations derived from multiple sources.

Toolkit for mixed-methods research on child labour and forced labour

This toolkit is designed to provide practical guidance on conducting mixed-methods research on child labour and forced labour, equipping researchers new to researching child labour and forced labour with the tools necessary to generate rigorous,...

Small area estimation of child labour prevalence in Malawi

This report presents methods for estimating local level prevalence of child labour in Malawi. The aim of the study was to create a suitable model to estimate, at the lowest level possible, the prevalence of child labour in a way that allows for the...

Mapping the coffee value chain in Uganda

This report presents a value chain mapping and analysis of coffee in Uganda cariied uot in the framework of the CLEAR Supply Chains project. The report is a synthesis of key takeaways from relevant initiatives and research as well as consultation...

Mapping the coffee value chain in Honduras

This report presents a mapping and analysis of the coffee value chain in Honduras, carried out by the CLEAR Supply Chains project. It is a synthesis of key takeaways from relevant initiatives and research, as well as consultation with key...

Framework for action on child labour 2023-2025

This Framework for Action outlines the ILO’s contribution to the implementation of the Durban Call to Action based on in-depth analyses of what has worked, what has not, and what course correction may be required.

Survey on tenant growers in Malawi’s tobacco industry

This report presents the findings of the Malawi Tenancy Survey.

ILO Financial Education brochure

This brochure introduces the main objectives and characteristics of the ILO Financial Education programme including the key elements of the ILO approach, the major results achieved by the programme as well as its key features and implementation...

Nigeria Child Labour Survey 2022

The report aims to assess the prevalence of child labour in Nigeria and analyse the interaction between child labour, schooling and children’s well-being.