Millions of children are engaged in labour that is detrimental to their education, development and future livelihoods. How should the international community work to eradicate exploitative child labour? How can this complex phenomenon be measured? With a host of state and civil society organisations now committed to its eradication, why are so many kids still engaged in hazardous work? A book from the International Labour Organization traces the ILO’s historical concern with the abolition of child labour and assesses the prospects for its fulfilment.