In 2015, SOHAY helped 1,540 children to leave dangerous work and helped 2,125 more children – those who would soon start work – to go to school. About 780 more children are preparing to start school in 2017. The Labor Law of Bangladesh 2006 does not allow children younger than 14 to work but UNICEF says that, in Bangladesh, 4.7 million children younger than 14 are employed and 1.3 million children aged five to 17 do dangerous work.
What did SOHAY do in 2015?
Assisted 2,125 children in attending school instead of beginning work Provided funds for 1,540 children in danger of leaving school Collaborated with UNICEF to reduce child labor Provided free classes for 3,000 children