The Meta 8.7 Initiative is a global effort aimed at tackling two of the most pressing issues of our time: child labor and human trafficking. This initiative is based on a specific target of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), known as Goal 8.7. Its objective is to end child labor in all its forms and eradicate human trafficking by the year 2030.
Goal 8.7 is a call to action urging governments, businesses, civil society organizations, and the global community to come together in a concerted effort to combat these serious human rights violations. It focuses on ensuring that children are not forced to work in hazardous conditions and that individuals are not subjected to modern slavery.
The Meta 8.7 Initiative works on multiple fronts to achieve these objectives. Firstly, it promotes the adoption and implementation of effective laws and policies at national and international levels prohibiting child labor and human trafficking. Additionally, it emphasizes public awareness, highlighting the severity of these issues and mobilizing society to take action.
Data collection is an essential component of the initiative. Accurate and up-to-date data is needed to assess the extent of these problems and monitor progress towards Goal 8.7. Furthermore, efforts are made to mobilize financial resources to support prevention and rehabilitation programs, as the eradication of child labor and human trafficking requires significant investments.
The Meta 8.7 Initiative closely collaborates with organizations such as the International Labour Organization (ILO) to coordinate global efforts and ensure an effective and coordinated response. This initiative serves as a reminder that child labor and human trafficking have no place in a world striving for justice and sustainable development. As we move towards 2030, the Meta 8.7 Initiative tirelessly works to turn this vision into a reality, ensuring a fairer and safer future for children and vulnerable individuals.
