By Kashish Lalmohammed
If you've purchased items from Nike, Zara, or even Shein in the past, it’s likely you've helped promote child labor. A major problem in society arises as a result of the use of children as labor by these large U.S. Companies. From handling toxic materials to operating industrial equipment made for professionals, children are now being put into dangerous work situations. Human uprising against this issue is needed, not just for modern children, but also for those yet to join this dangerous workforce. As a result of their own needs such as clothing, shoes, and even sports equipment, society overlooks this human problem. In a basic American household, more than half of the products used are made using child labor. In many cases, children ask for assistance or even send signals through their clothing to alert consumers. A recent SHEIN issue had arisen in the media where tags on clothing had marks that said “Please help I need dental care”, or the words “Help me”. The consumers, however, viewed the tags as merely photoshop rather than an actual pressing issue. Thus, fast fashion stores that employ cheap labor are still able to sell their products at low prices. However, how can society resolve this longing issue? The first step a consumer should take is to know what products they are buying and what methods have been used to produce them. It is possible to find affordable alternatives to major brands clothing, shoes, and accessories on many websites. For consumers it’s as easy as typing into Google, “Brands that do not use child labor to produce their products”. If consumers refuse to purchase the brand's product, it will force the brand to rethink its production methods causing positive change. As a result of the relentless hours of work, child labor is not just dangerous, but it also stops children from completing their education, which is why 1 of 3 children in child labor are out of school. Typically, these children are from low-income countries, but there are many cases where middle-income countries are also involved. Low-income countries are home to many companies that promise accommodations and a well-paying job for children, enticing parents to send their children to work. This continuous cycle has been going on for centuries for families to increase their household income. A major way to prevent a rise in child labor statistics is to donate to organizations that help reduce these numbers, such as worldvision.org and globalmarch.org. It is possible for us all to make a lasting difference. Sources -https://humaneeducation.org/10-tips-for-helping-end-child-labor/ -https://humaneeducation.org/10-tips-for-helping-end-child-labor/ -https://www.worldvision.org/child-protection-news-stories/child-labor-facts
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