In Veracruz, more than 127,000 minors engage in work prohibited by law: INEGI

Veracruz stands out for its high rates of child labor, ranking among the states with the highest incidence of minors engaged in prohibited occupations. This reality exposes systemic vulnerabilities, as a significant proportion of these children and adolescents drop out of the education system, compromising their development and fundamental rights in the face of dangerous or inappropriate working conditions. The report reveals that the situation is not limited to the formal economy but extensively encompasses unpaid domestic work in risky environments. This duality underscores the complexity of the phenomenon, where household activities represent a majority and often invisible portion, hindering eradication efforts due to the lack of the same visibility and regulation as formal employment. This information is crucial for the open data movement, as it highlights the need to publish detailed and accessible official statistics. By democratizing these data, civil society, academics, and organizations can analyze educational and labor gaps, driving evidence-based public policies and demanding transparency in child protection at both state and national levels.

Source: alcalorpolitico.com
Published on 2026-11-03

In Veracruz, more than 127,000 minors engage in work prohibited by law: INEGI

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