Child Labor in Afghanistan

The Effects of International Trade-Child Labor in Afghanistan

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Econ325: Principles of Microeconomics

November 9, 2013

Table of Contents

Cover page………………………………………………………………………………………1

Table of Contents………………………………………………………………………………..2

Abstract…………………………………………………………………………………………..3

Introduction………………………………………………………………………………………4

Why children work in Afghanistan……………………………………………………………..4/5

Types of work children do………………………………………………………………………4/5

The effects of Child Labor………………………………………………………………………..6

Conclusion……………………………………………………………………………………....6/7

Reference page…………………………………………………………………………………..8/9

Abstract

In Afghanistan, the effects of international trade play a significant role in child labor. Labor rights continue to be unprotected due to failure of the government to implement regulations to enforce the protection against young children. Afghan children are involved in the worst forms of child labor, including agricultural work and child soldiering. Children work as welders, carpenters, mechanics and blacksmith in metal workshops. These children work in extremely hazardous environments, worsening there health conditions. Sources say children are put to work because they are cheaper workers versus an adult. With international trade on the rise and without the proper education and support from family, their future is restricted.  

Introduction

In Afghanistan, more than 50 percent of the population of 24 million people is under the age of 18. UNICEF estimates that 30 percent of the populations are school aged children who are working and are often the sole source of income for their families (Child labor, 2007). According to resent studies, 1.2 million children under the age of 17 are working (Child labor, 2009). Afghan children are susceptible to the worst forms of child labor. The number of children who are; begging, carpet weaving, and the employment of children repairing...