Yemen – Deteriorating living conditions force children to quit school, work heavy labor jobs

Location: Aden – Yemen

Language: Arabic

Duration: 00:02:28

Sound: natural

Source: A24 in Yemen

Restrictions: A24 subscribers

Date: 08/08/ 2022

Storyline:

The economic crisis in Yemen forced many students to drop out of school at the beginning of the school year to earn a living. Many children in Aden are working in heavy labor jobs such as blacksmithing and construction that are unsuitable for minors, in order to support their families. Less than 10 percent of children achieve a basic level of learning in primary education.

Shotlist:

– Soundbite (Yahya Mohammed – Child working in blacksmithing)

“I quit school and got a job to earn a living and support my family. I would like to continue my studies and graduate so I can find other work.”

– Soundbite (Ahmed Saeed – Owner of blacksmith workshop)

“Many children are looking for work, but we hope they return to school, because blacksmithing is dangerous and unsuitable for them. The difficult living conditions and low currency value in Yemen force children to work to earn a living, as families here are destitute.”