Summary of Iqbal Masih

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Iqbal Masih was a Pakistani boy who was sold into slavery at the age of 15, but escaped and became an advocate against child labor. He was assassinated while going to church on Easter 1995, but his story serves as an example of the great courage it takes to fight for the rights of children.

• 00:00:00 Iqbal Masih was a Pakistani boy who was sold into slavery at the age of 15. He worked long hours in a factory, and was often forced to work with other children, shackled to the machine. In 1992, Iqbal escaped and participated in a rally against child labor. He was later awarded a human rights award, and started a school for children who had been enslaved in factories. Iqbal's dream was to become a lawyer and fight for the rights of children. On Easter 1995, he was assassinated while going to church. His story serves as an example of great courage and the determination to never give up on the fight against child labor. Every child should be able to enjoy the rights that are granted to them by society, and Iqbal's story is a reminder of the importance of fighting for these rights.