Minimum Age Convention

The Minimum Age Convention, also known as the ILO Convention No. 138, is an international agreement established by the International Labour Organization (ILO) aimed at eliminating child labor and ensuring that children are protected from work that may harm their health, development, or education. It sets a minimum age for employment, encouraging countries to gradually raise this age to ensure children can enjoy a full childhood. Countries ratifying the convention commit to safeguarding children’s rights and guaranteeing their access to education, promoting a better future and fair work practices globally.