VOICED : Ivory Coast's cocoa sector faces relentless struggle with child labour

VOICED : Ivory Coast's cocoa sector faces relentless struggle with child labour

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10th Grade - University

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The video discusses the issue of child labor in the Ivory Coast's cocoa industry, highlighting a police operation that rescued 68 children and led to 22 arrests for child trafficking. The Ivory Coast, as the world's largest cocoa producer, faces pressure from Western consumers for ethical practices. NGOs have long advocated against child labor, and recent efforts have removed 2000 children from plantations. Poverty is identified as a primary cause of child exploitation, with over 2.5 million cocoa workers living below the poverty line. Rehabilitation centers provide refuge and education for rescued children, aiming to improve their schooling rates and mediate with families.

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What role do NGOs play in addressing the issue of child labor in the cocoa industry?

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Describe the process of how children are helped at the center mentioned in the text.

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