Organisations Working for Child Rights
GLOBAL MARCH AGAINST CHILD LABOUR
Global March Against Child Labour is a movement borne out
of hope and the need felt by thousands of people across the globe
- the desire to set children free from servitude.
Global March movement began with a worldwide march when thousands
of people marched together to jointly put forth the message against
child labour. The march, which started on January 17, 1998, touched
every corner of the globe, built immense awareness and led to
high level of participation from the masses. This march finally
culminated at the ILO Conference in Geneva. The voice of the marchers
was heard and reflected in the draft of the ILO Convention against
the worst forms of child labour.
Global March movement is involved in assessing and lobbying for
the ratification and implementation of the Convention. The dedicated
partners of the Global March movement form an effective network
around the world. Acting as vigilant observers and lobbying with
governments in their region, they form the backbone of the movement.
The Global Campaign for Education is a worldwide movement aimed
at providing education for all, at the earliest. Global March
has joined hands with partner associations like Education International,
Oxfam International and ActionAid. The campaign soon received
impetus with more partners joining in the cause. The new partners
are World Vision, Social Alert, World Confederation of Teachers,
Save the Children Fund UK and Public Services International (PSI).
Mission Statement
To ensure that every child can enjoy all their rights, that
they have a free and meaningful education, and that they are protected
from doing any work that could harm them or hinder their development.”
Goals
» Raise awareness and promote action against child
labour
» Mobilize public opinion and action against broader
injustices contributing to child labour
» Build partnership with all stakeholders
» Promote the ratification and implementation of
ILO Conventions 182 and 138
» Encourage and support children’s full participation
» Promote effective rehabilitation and reintegration
» Pursue all available means to ensure free, quality
education for all children
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