The University of Okara’s (UO) Department of Educational Planning & Management (EPM) organized a seminar where various social and legal frameworks on the prevention of child labor were discussed. The students highlighted the child labor practices through models, posters, documentaries and skits. A walk was also organized at the campus. The event was chaired by the Head of the department, Dr Shehzad Ahmed, while the students’ activities were supervised by Ms Noreen. The speakers included Dr Tahir Khan Farooqi, Chairperson Department of Educational Research & Assessment, Dr Khalid Saleem, Chairperson Department of Teacher Education and Sharjeel Ahmed, Public Relation Officer. Addressing to the participants, DrFarooqi stated, “Child labor is not just an economic problem; it’s a violation of fundamental rights. We need concerted efforts to dismantle the systemic issues that perpetuate this cycle.”
Dr Saleem said, “The economic vulnerability of families often drives children into labor. Addressing poverty through targeted interventions is crucial in eradicating this menace.”
Sharjeel discussed certain social hazards linked to child labor, especially in the context of Pakistan. He also explained the legal frameworks of International Labor Organization (ILO) to combat the problem.
