Children’s rights in Côte d’Ivoire: Save the Children calls on businesses to meet their responsibilities

Save the Children and the Child Protection Directorate of the Ministry of Women, Family and Children held a national workshop in Bonoua on October 29 about children’s rights in business activities and value chains. Children, businesses, professional organizations, civil society groups and public institutions discussed children’s concerns as well as companies’ initiatives and challenges. Digbeu Marie Fidèle urged the private sector to better integrate children’s rights into its policies, operations and supply chains. Child Protection Director Dr Gauzé Chantal said respecting these rights supports business sustainability and performance, and called for stronger action against child labor and exploitation.