These are just some of the challenges Philippine companies have been addressing to protect and promote children’s rights in their businesses. Are children’s rights your business? While the CRC is specific in its responsibilities for governments, the role of business in protecting children’s rights could not be ignored. Some of these principles include the following: a) All business should meet their responsibility to respect children’s rights and commit to supporting the human rights of children; b) contribute towards the elimination of child labor; c) provide decent work for young workers, parents and caregivers d) ensure the protection and safety of children in all business activities and facilities; e) ensure that products and services are safe; f) use marketing and advertising that respect and support children’s rights; g) respect and support children’s rights in relation to the environment and to land acquisition and use; h) respect and support children’s rights in security arrangements; i) help protect children affected by emergencies, and j) reinforce community and government efforts to protect and fulfill children’s rights. Business can take concrete steps to respect and support children’s rights.

Source: Manila Times July 13, 2017 17:03 UTC