We
know that in 2004 there are still 121 million children
without access to schooling; that about 30 million are
exploited by traffickers; that 250 million between the
ages of 5 and 14 are working, and 50 to 60 million minors
are employed illegally. On the other hand, it’s
estimated that there are about 100 million street children.
We Marists, as an international congregation, are committed
to changing this situation, defending the rights of
children and young people, and working for their personal
advancement. We offer you some overall data by continents. |
