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VOL. 7, ISSUE 1 (2025)
Protecting minors from forced labor: Between international obligations and Iraqi legislation
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Abdullah Aqeel Hussein Al-Sagaabi, Jaafar Hussein Hasan
Abstract

Child labor involves various forms of exploitation and abuse faced by children under the age of 18, posing one of the most serious threats to their safety and rights. Both genders, male and female, are subjected to mistreatment and exploitation that violate their dignity. These violations may escalate to include physical abuse, forced detention, and sexual exploitation. Additionally, child domestic workers are often victims of forced prostitution.

Child trafficking is considered one of the most heinous human crimes, as children are exploited for sexual purposes or forced into labor, often managed by organized networks. These violations expose this vulnerable group to significant physical and psychological harm.

Due to the gravity of this phenomenon, it has garnered widespread attention both nationally and internationally, aiming to protect children from its dangers, which have become a threat to society and weaken its ethical and social fabric.

This study begins with an introduction to forced labor, focusing on its definition and legal regulation under international law, particularly through instruments such as the ILO Forced Labor Convention and relevant protocols. The study will assess the effectiveness of these legal frameworks in preventing forced labor, with special attention to the issue of forced labor involving minors, and ensuring protection for vulnerable workers, such as children and migrants. Additionally, the research will examine the current state of labor laws in Iraq, evaluating their implementation and challenges in addressing forced labor, particularly the issue of forced labor of minors. Finally, the goal is to contribute to the global effort to combat forced labor and support the creation of a comprehensive legal framework in Iraq that aligns with international human rights standards, ensuring the protection of minors from forced labor.
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Pages:53-57
How to cite this article:
Abdullah Aqeel Hussein Al-Sagaabi, Jaafar Hussein Hasan "Protecting minors from forced labor: Between international obligations and Iraqi legislation". International Journal of Law, Policy and Social Review, Vol 7, Issue 1, 2025, Pages 53-57
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