About World Day Against Child Labour
The World Day Against Child Labour is observed on 12 June. Launched by the International Labour Organization in 2002, it focuses attention on children working in harmful conditions and on efforts to ensure every child can learn, play and grow.
The International Labour Organization launched the World Day Against Child Labour to highlight the scale of child labour around the world and the action needed to end it. Child labour means work that deprives children of their childhood, harms their health or development, or keeps them out of school. It is different from age-appropriate help at home.
The day brings together governments, employers, workers' organisations and communities to protect children and to make sure every child has the chance to learn and play.
How it is marked
Governments and labour departments hold awareness campaigns and review how child labour laws are enforced. Schools organise rallies, debates and poster competitions on children's rights. Businesses check their supply chains to make sure no children are working in them. In India, where the Right to Education Act guarantees free and compulsory schooling for children aged 6 to 14, the day is used to encourage enrolment, report child labour and support rescued children.
What to write
Keep it hopeful and focused on children's rights and futures.
- Every child belongs in a classroom, not a workplace. Thank you for helping make that true.
- Proud of you for getting the boy from the tea stall into school. Shall we visit his class together next week?
- Grateful for your work with the child protection team. Those late-night calls matter more than you know.
How to wish someone on World Day Against Child Labour
every child's right to school, play and safety, and thanks to those who protect it
Write a few lines in your own words, pick a design and share it as one link on WhatsApp, Instagram or anywhere else. They open an animated card made just for them, with no app and no sign-up.
Language tip: English, Hindi + recipient language.
Frequently asked questions
Why is the World Day Against Child Labour on 12 June?
The International Labour Organization launched the World Day Against Child Labour on 12 June 2002, and it has been observed on that date every year since.
What is the difference between child labour and helping at home?
Light, age-appropriate tasks that do not harm a child's health or interfere with school are not considered child labour. Child labour is work that is harmful, dangerous or keeps children from education and a normal childhood.
How can I help end child labour?
Do not employ children in homes, shops or businesses, and support companies that keep child labour out of their supply chains. If you see a child working in harmful conditions, report it to local authorities or a child protection service.
When is World Day Against Child Labour in 2026?
World Day Against Child Labour 2026 falls on Friday, 12 June 2026.
What is World Day Against Child Labour?
The World Day Against Child Labour is observed on 12 June. Launched by the International Labour Organization in 2002, it focuses attention on children working in harmful conditions and on efforts to ensure every child can learn, play and grow.
Is World Day Against Child Labour a public holiday?
Holiday status for World Day Against Child Labour varies by state, employer and community in India, so check your local holiday list.
How do I wish someone on World Day Against Child Labour?
Focus on every child's right to school, play and safety, and thanks to those who protect it. On Kehdoo you can write a short message, pick a design and share a free animated World Day Against Child Labour card as a single link, with no app or sign-up needed.
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