Examining the Relationship Between Child Labor and Educational Outcomes Among Elementary and Secondary Students in the Department of Education System
Authors: Alaiza G. Golosino
Journal: Global Journal of Education, Finance and Management (GJEFM)
Published: 2026-04-30 · Volume 2, Issue 4
DOI: 10.65150/EP-GJEFM/V2E4/2026-01
Abstract
Child labor remains a persistent social issue in many developing contexts, including within learners served by the Department of Education system. While schooling is expected to enhance life opportunities, economic pressures often compel children to engage in labor, potentially compromising their ac