Kailash Satyarthi
Kailash Satyarthi
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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Kailash Satyarthi is a renowned Indian social activist, child rights campaigner, and Nobel Peace Prize laureate. His name is synonymous with the fight against child labor and exploitation.
Birth and Death Dates
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Born on January 14, 1946, in Vidisha, Madhya Pradesh, India, Kailash Satyarthi is still active in his humanitarian work today.
Nationality and Profession(s)
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Indian citizen; Social activist, child rights campaigner, and Nobel Peace Prize laureate (2014)
Early Life and Background
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Growing up in a humble family of farmers, Satyarthi's early life was marked by struggles and hardships. However, his parents instilled in him the values of compassion, empathy, and social responsibility. These foundational principles would later shape his commitment to fighting for children's rights.
Satyarthi studied physics at Janki Devi Memorial College and later earned a Master's degree in Physics from Kanpur University. He began his career as a physics teacher but soon became increasingly involved in social activism, particularly in the area of child labor.
Major Accomplishments
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Rescued thousands of children from forced labor and trafficking, liberating them from exploitation.
Founded Bachpan Bachao Andolan (Save Childhood Movement), one of India's most prominent child rights organizations.
Played a crucial role in the drafting of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child.
Received numerous international awards for his tireless efforts, including the Nobel Peace Prize in 2014.
Notable Works or Actions
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Satyarthi has been instrumental in raising awareness about child labor and exploitation worldwide. His campaigns have led to the implementation of policies aimed at eradicating child labor and promoting education. He has also worked closely with governments, NGOs, and international organizations to develop strategies for protecting children's rights.
Impact and Legacy
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Kailash Satyarthi's work has inspired a generation of social activists and policymakers worldwide. His commitment to child rights has led to significant changes in laws and policies governing labor practices and education. The impact of his efforts can be seen in the progress made toward eradicating child labor, particularly in India.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Satyarthi's words offer guidance on the importance of protecting children's rights and promoting a culture of compassion and social responsibility. His quotes are often cited for their inspiration and relevance to contemporary issues:
> "The child is not a vessel, but a universe."
> "The world has enough resources for everyone's need, but not enough for everyone's greed."
As a prominent voice on child rights and social justice, Kailash Satyarthi continues to inspire individuals and organizations worldwide with his unwavering commitment to creating a better future for children.
Quotes by Kailash Satyarthi
Kailash Satyarthi's insights on:
Today, in every wave of every ocean, I see our children playing and dancing. Today, in every plant, tree, and mountain, I see our children growing in freedom.
More than 30 years ago, when I had embarked upon the fight against child labour, it was not even considered an issue worth any discussion. It was accepted as a way of life in India, much like it was in other countries. Today, no country or business or society can throw this issue away.
We still have a soft approach on the perpetrators of crimes like worst forms of child labour.
We as the governments, workers, employers and civil society must declare a war on child labour. This war cannot be won without strong, committed, coherent, and well-resourced worldwide movement. Equally needed is a genuine and active coordination between intergovernmental agencies at the highest level.
Learning from the experiences of our ancestors, let us together create knowledge for all that benefits all.
I have come here only to share the voices and dreams of our children - because they are all our children.
World's children cannot wait any longer. While international community debates and issues recommendations, statements and fine speeches, world's children - marginalised, socially excluded, poor and vulnerable - continue to suffer.
Elimination of child labour and access to education are like two sides of one coin. One cannot be achieved without the other.
At about an age when most children start full time schooling, hundreds of thousands of their contemporaries start a lifetime of drudgery in factories and fields, working 12-16 hours daily.
The first 'D' is to dream: dream big - not for yourself, but for the country and for the world. The second 'D' is to discover: discover your full potential and the opportunities that surround you; and the third 'D' is to do. 'Do' means to act on your dreams and make best use of the opportunities you have discovered.