CRC Article 32 · ICESCR Article 10

Work must not steal your childhood

You must not be made to do unsafe, unpaid or too-heavy work that stops you going to school or resting.

How you can use it

1. 1If the work is unsafe, stop if you can do so safely and go to a safe adult.
2. 2Tell a parent, teacher, caseworker, labour inspector or police officer the hours and risks.
3. 3Ask for a written complaint number.

What a violation looks like

You are made to work long hours, miss school, or do jobs that hurt your body.

Words you can use

“This work is unsafe and I need protection.”

If speaking is hard, write it, draw it, send a message, or ask a trusted adult to say it with you.