On June 9, 2026, in Geneva, Morocco and the International Labour Organization (ILO) urged increased international mobilization to accelerate the elimination of child labor, building on the Marrakech Framework. The framework, adopted at the 5th Global Conference on the Elimination of Child Labour in May 2022, serves as a roadmap for action.
The call came during the 110th session of the International Labour Conference, where Moroccan officials highlighted progress in reducing child labor but stressed the need for sustained efforts. According to ILO data, global child labor numbers have decreased by 38% since 2000, but 160 million children remain affected.
The Marrakech Framework emphasizes partnerships, data collection, and social protection to address root causes of child labor. Morocco has implemented national programs aligned with this framework, including education access and poverty reduction initiatives.
