BOSTON, Massachusetts — A 1980s movie buff might remember that the namesake of Frances “Baby” Houseman in “Dirty Dancing” was Frances Perkins, the US secretary of labor under then ...

The multi-pronged approach focuses on awareness, education and rehabilitation to ensure that every child in the state is given opportunities for growth, learning and a dignified future instead of ...

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (WDAF) — U.S. Senator Josh Hawley is calling on the Department of Labor to investigate Tyson Foods after a whistleblower accused the company of illegal child labor practices.

At least 160mn children remain in child labour globally. The UN says stronger laws, education access, and decent work for parents are needed to reverse the trend. The United Nations (UN) has warned ...

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The U.S. government found child labor violations involving over 3,800 minors in 2022. At the same time, some states say there is too much regulation of child labor. Katherine Walts, director of ...

Former president Hifikepunye Pohamba has expressed concern over Angolan children missing out on an education as they are employed as cattle herders in Namibia. Speaking at the Namibia University ...

“Child labor laws were established to protect minors from workplace dangers. Employers have a legal responsibility to ensure the safety and well-being of young workers,” said Wage and Hour ...

Big Issue founder and crossbench peer Lord John Bird has tabled a new amendment to the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill to try and force the government’s hand in doing more to fight rising levels ...