Building a Future for Brick Kiln Children in India

Kiran, aged 5, is one of the youngest in a large family who are part of bonded labour. Migrant workers, they are bonded to a brick kiln to pay off debt accured to pay for food and basic necessities over the coming months. Most children in Kiran's situation start carrying bricks as a way to help their parents work faster and earn the money quicker. Denying children an education, this situation can also create health problems; accidents are common due to the harzardous work environment.

However, Kiran is taking full advantage of a project that provides good education on site. Teachers who are keen to equip children with more options in life by increasing literacy, daily living skills and just as importantly, giving them the space and safety to play as children.

Kiran is becoming literate and at 5 years old can read from 1 to 20, chart the parts of the body, identify flowers and fruits. He attends school regularly and takes an interest in his learning. He has learnt about jobs and roles outside of what had seemed destined to him. Kiran tells staff he wants to become a Doctor. 

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