emirates7 - The Muslim Council of Elders, led by His Eminence Dr. Ahmed Al-Tayeb, Grand Imam of Al-Azhar, emphasized that protecting children and preserving their childhood from exploitation and harm is a shared religious, moral, and deeply humanitarian duty of societies, institutions, and individuals.
On the occasion of the World Day Against Child Labour, observed every year on June 12th, the Council highlighted that tackling child exploitation and forced labour is a collective responsibility. It calls for united efforts to effective policies, enforce strict laws, guarantee social protection and quality education, nurture a culture of social responsibility toward children, and strengthen initiatives to combat poverty and ignorance, which are major contributors to child labour.
The Council commended the various programs and initiatives by countries and organizations that empower families and encourage education, helping to reduce this serious problem and safe environments conducive to children’s healthy growth.
The statement also pointed out that in Islam, children are honored beings who have the right to care, education, protection, and to grow up in a safe and supportive environment.
Moreover, the Council stressed the vital role of religious, educational, and media bodies in raising awareness and educating communities to address this issue, fostering a collective mindset that prioritizes child protection — a crucial need especially in today’s world, where wars and conflicts worsen the suffering of many innocent children.
The 2019 Document on Human Fraternity, co-signed in Abu Dhabi by the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar and the late Pope Francis, affirms that children’s fundamental rights to family care, nutrition, education, and protection are a moral obligation for families and society. These rights must be preserved and guaranteed for every child everywhere, without exception.
Furthermore, the Council stated that any actions that degrade children’s dignity or violate their rights must be condemned, with constant vigilance necessary to prevent and address all forms of abuse and violations they may face.
On the occasion of the World Day Against Child Labour, observed every year on June 12th, the Council highlighted that tackling child exploitation and forced labour is a collective responsibility. It calls for united efforts to effective policies, enforce strict laws, guarantee social protection and quality education, nurture a culture of social responsibility toward children, and strengthen initiatives to combat poverty and ignorance, which are major contributors to child labour.
The Council commended the various programs and initiatives by countries and organizations that empower families and encourage education, helping to reduce this serious problem and safe environments conducive to children’s healthy growth.
The statement also pointed out that in Islam, children are honored beings who have the right to care, education, protection, and to grow up in a safe and supportive environment.
Moreover, the Council stressed the vital role of religious, educational, and media bodies in raising awareness and educating communities to address this issue, fostering a collective mindset that prioritizes child protection — a crucial need especially in today’s world, where wars and conflicts worsen the suffering of many innocent children.
The 2019 Document on Human Fraternity, co-signed in Abu Dhabi by the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar and the late Pope Francis, affirms that children’s fundamental rights to family care, nutrition, education, and protection are a moral obligation for families and society. These rights must be preserved and guaranteed for every child everywhere, without exception.
Furthermore, the Council stated that any actions that degrade children’s dignity or violate their rights must be condemned, with constant vigilance necessary to prevent and address all forms of abuse and violations they may face.