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10.02.2021

Independently evaluating interventions is crucial for long lasting impact: an example from Tanzania

No need to take our word for it, at the end of every ECLT-supported project there is an external, independent assessment to determine the successes and weaknesses from which we can draw lessons to bring about effective and long-lasting solutions in the fight against child labour. In 2020, ECLT’s Umoja project in Tanzania came to a close, before embarking on new programmes we contacted an independent expert to carry out an assessment of the project and here are some of the findings.

26.01.2021

Accelerating Action in 2021

The world is racing to end all forms of child labour by 2025, to meet SDG target 8.7 and guarantee that children everywhere can fully enjoy their human right to be child labour free. Commitments are coming from every level, at launch to declare 2021 the International Year for the Elimination of Child Labour.

20.01.2021

What are child protection systems and why are they important in the fight against child labour?

It takes a village to raise a child, but it takes a whole eco-system to keep them safe to help them grow Every child has the right to grow, learn and play safe from any form of harm. Read this article to understand how strong child protection eco-systems could hold the key to ending child labour once and for all.

07.12.2020

National Action Plans to fight child labour

This International Human Rights’ day we are reminded of the instrumental role that NAPs play for the protection and respect of human rights, and the duty State’s and businesses have in the development and implementation of these.

06.11.2020

My child-friendly approach to fighting child labour: Winda’s story.

Members of the child-friendly task force like Winda are making all the difference for children who live in rural and remote areas of Indonesia. Read her story.

02.11.2020

The Impact of COVID-19 on Rural Communities: key findings from a rapid assessment

In June 2020, ECLT set about to conduct a rapid assessment of the impact of COVID-19 on farmers, families, and children. Read it now.

26.10.2020

Goods Produced by Child Labour: 2020 Findings by the US Department of Labor

The US Department of Labor recently published a 2020 List of Goods Produced by Child Labor or Forced Labor. Find out more.

19.10.2020

Fighting child labour by improving food security

The WFP estimate that 690 million people are suffering from hunger worldwide -- almost 9% of the world’s entire population. As the global pandemic disrupt lives and economies, millions more are at risk of being pushed into hunger.

01.10.2020

Coping with COVID Closures: rural communities must not be left behind

As challenges caused by COVID-19 continue with no clear end, major news sources and international organisations raise global awareness on the realities faced by children and families. Collaborative action is needed to ensure that rural communities are supported sustainably.