Child labor remains a concerning issue for Pakistan despite various systematic legislative and policy measures. Children engaged in labor are prone to abuse and exploitation at the expense of education, health, and development. The available child labor laws in Pakistan are hardly addressing the issue of child labor; however, cases reported of child domestic labor…
The new regulations pave the way for aspiring clinical social worker(s) to get license, even if they don’t pass their license exam for the first time ever. State Senator Karina Villa (D-West Chicago) backed the law, which will take effect from January 1. The said law would allow potential social workers to complete 3000 hours…
Pakistan’s firm commitment to international labor standards reflects in its ratification of several human rights conventions. Notably, ILO Convention No. 87, ratified by Pakistan, guarantees workers’ right to form and join trade unions. Considering their right to form and join trade associations, it will offer a more balanced power approach to foster an environment where…
Child Labor in Pakistan One of the most prevalent social evils that has to be addressed immediately, is the child labor. Since its inception, Pakistan has made significant progress in addressing the issue through legislation, policy, and programmatic measures. Article 11 (1) of the Constitution of Pakistan, 1973 forbids any form of slavery. In addition,…
The UN Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination (CERD) has recently concluded its review of six States parties, issuing findings on Bolivia, Bulgaria, Germany, Morocco, South Africa, and Viet Nam. The Committee’s comprehensive examination focused on the implementation of the International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination, shedding light on…
Background: The Generalized Scheme of Preferences Plus (GSP+) is a special incentive arrangement for sustainable development and good governance granted by the European Union (EU) to developing countries. The GSP+ status allows eligible countries to benefit from reduced or zero tariffs on a wide range of exports to the EU. Pakistan has been a beneficiary…
