World Children’s Day: Pakistan’s struggle with child rights

On World Children’s Day, Pakistan faces serious challenges in protecting its children. Issues like child labour, lack of education, abuse, and malnutrition are widespread, affecting millions of children across the country.

Key Issues

• Child Labour: Over 12.5 million children work in dangerous conditions instead of going to school, mainly due to poverty.
• Education: More than 22 million children, especially girls, are out of school, with rural areas being the most affected.
• Abuse: Thousands of children face physical, emotional, and sexual abuse every year, with many cases going unreported.
• Health and Nutrition: Nearly 40% of children under five suffer from stunted growth caused by malnutrition and