As a consumer, I was horrified to discover that my money has been indirectly supporting child labor each time I've purchased a Nestlé product.

In 2021, the U.S. “Supreme” Court ruled in favor of Nestle and Cargill when victims of child labor tried to sue the companies, since the abuse did not happen on U.S. soil.

When I researched this story, the desire to make a change began to nag at me. This injustice is unacceptable. Children and vulnerable individuals are still being exploited for corporate gain in certain sectors of the supply chain.

The harsh reality is that forced and child labor remains prevalent in the supply chains of many multinational corporations based in the United States. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, there are over 150 million child laborers worldwide, with a significant portion of them working in conditions that are detrimental to their health, safety, and well-being.

Do not allow corporations to hide behind a well-known brand name. 

Corporations like Nestlé, which have faced scrutiny in the past, must implement rigorous and transparent measures to ensure their supply chains are free from unethical labor practices. This includes conducting thorough audits, collaborating with local governments and NGOs, and providing education and financial support to vulnerable communities to reduce the reliance on child labor.

Furthermore, it is imperative that the U.S. government strengthens its trade regulations and enforces stringent penalties on companies that fail to comply with labor standards. 

We cannot allow profit margins to outweigh human rights. By signing this petition, you are urging U.S. corporations and our government to take firm accountability measures to eradicate forced and child labor from supply chains.

Let us ensure that our purchases do not come at the cost of human dignity and freedom. Please sign this petition and help bring a voice to those who are unheard and undervalued.