Labour Exploitation: A Global Crisis That Demands Immediate Action

A factory worker in unsafe conditions representing global labour exploitation and workers' rights violations

Labour exploitation refers to the practice of treating workers unfairly  extracting their labour without providing adequate compensation, safe conditions, or legal protections. It is not a new problem. For centuries, powerful entities have taken advantage of vulnerable workers, particularly those with limited education, legal status, or economic options. According to the International Labour Organization (ILO), over 160 million children are still engaged in child labour globally. Forced labour affects an estimated 28 million people. These are not isolated cases  they represent a systematic failure to protect the most basic rights…

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