From Exploitation in Mines to a Hope Filled Future
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| Organization | Congo Children Trust |
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| Region | Congo, Democratic Republic of the |
| Website | Website |
| ProjectLeader | Ian Harvey |
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Every day, young children are being exploited to work in the artisanal mines in DR Congo. The hours are long and they are often threatened with violence, all for 8p a day. Operating in Katanga province, close to these mines, Kimbilio is able to offer support to some of these young children; transforming their lives from exploitation to a hope-filled future. Kimbilio offers holistic support to children who have lost contact with their families and are trying their best just to survive.
Challenge
There are a large number of children being exploited in the artisanal mines in Katanga Province. These children are paid around 8p a day to scrabble through earth finding the cobalt mineral which is used in mobile phones and other electronic devices. Conditions are poor, dangerous and violence is always a threat.
Long-Term Impact
We will be decreasing the number of children in the artisinal mines. For the individual child, this will mean the opportunity to grow into a healthy young person, ready to engage in their community. It will decrease the risk of being further exploited or encouraged to join local militia as child soldiers. This will in turn have a positive impact on the local province and the country, where more children will be able to grow into fully engaging citizens of a democratic nation.
References
- http://www.congochildrentrust.org
- http://news.sky.com/story/meet-dorsen-8-who-mines-cobalt-to-make-your-smartphone-work-10784120
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