About us
End Child Labour BD
End Child Labour BD is a dedicated platform aimed at eradicating child labour through impactful initiatives and providing a comprehensive knowledge hub for all stakeholders. We bring together vital resources, insightful information, and impactful initiatives on child labour, focusing on Bangladesh while incorporating a global perspective.
Through this portal, visitors can access up-to-date data, reports, and practical guidance on how to eliminate child labour. Our aim is to empower individuals, communities, and organizations to actively contribute to creating a child labour-free Bangladesh and a child labour-free world.
About Bangladesh Labour Foundation (BLF)
The platform is an initiative of Bangladesh Labour Foundation (BLF) — a non-government, non-profit, non-partisan organization that represents the interest of working people in Bangladesh.
BLF works for the welfare of workers, working people, professionals, women, children, employees, and their families by undertaking various programs and projects. We share a common determination to organize, defend human rights and labour standards in Bangladesh, and promote the growth of trade unions for the benefit of all working men and women and their families.
BLF is committed to protecting the rights of all workers, creating a productive and economically independent society free from poverty and discrimination, where people can exercise their basic social and human rights. We promote social justice through activities focused on youth, women, children, and working people of Bangladesh.
Mission
To build a world where every child grows up free from exploitation, with full access to their rights, opportunities, and the chance to lead a dignified and fulfilling life.
Vision
A Bangladesh—and a world—free from child labour, where every child enjoys their right to education, safety, and healthy development.
Goal
To advance sustainable and impactful initiatives that contribute to the elimination of child labour in Bangladesh through knowledge, resources, and action-driven approaches.
Objectives
- Raise awareness on the realities, risks, and long-term impacts of child labour.
- Advocate for stronger policies and effective enforcement to protect children.
- Generate evidence through research and data to inform strategic interventions.
- Provide vocational and non-formal education as viable alternatives to child labour.
- Strengthen collaboration among national and international stakeholders for lasting change.
Our Activities
Awareness
Engaging workers, communities, policymakers, and industries to build understanding of the harmful impacts of child labour and the importance of prevention.
Advocacy
Collaborating with government institutions and partner organizations to strengthen and enforce child protection laws and policies.
Research and Study
Conducting evidence-based research to assess trends, identify gaps, and develop practical solutions to address child labour.
Vocational Training
Supporting skill development initiatives that create sustainable livelihood opportunities for families, reducing reliance on child labour.
Non-Formal Education
Providing accessible learning opportunities for children, equipping them with knowledge, confidence, and pathways to a better future.
We believe that ending child labour is possible through collective action, informed policy, and empowered communities. Together, we can create a future where every child is free to grow, learn, and thrive.