Eight young artists awarded in child labour art contest

Some of the prize winners with officials of the Ministry of Labour (Ministry of Labour photo)

As part of its strategy to end child labour in all forms by 2025 and in honour of Child Labour Month, the Ministry of Labour (MoL) yesterday recognised eight individuals for exceptional artwork at this year’s Child Labour Art Competition.

According to a MoL release, the event which was part of Child Labour Month’s theme, “Let’s Act on Our Commitments: End Child Labour!” showcased the creative talents of children and highlighted the pressing issue of child labour.

The annual competition which took place at the Arthur Chung Conference Centre in Liliendaal, drew over 30 submissions from children ages 8 to 12, and 13 to 16, and was a collaboration between MoL and advertising agency, Impressions Branding.