The march is being organised by ‘Plush Events’ as part of the activities of Small World events which will be launched on March 16 at Emirates Palace.
A number of dignitaries and ambassadors and hundreds of members of the local community will participate in the march. The Small World march, to be held under the supervision of Abu Dhabi Police, will start at 10am and lead crowds across the Corniche through a 1km route as a show of support for the annual charity event that raises funds with the participation and contribution of 20 countries and their local embassies.
“The International Labour Organisation estimates that 250 million children worldwide are subjected to slavery, including forced labour and trafficking. We are compelled to dedicate this year’s event for the eradication of child exploitation,” said Salam Hamzeh Ghaith, who conceived the idea of holding a march. “Our aim is to actively participate as a community member in raising awareness about injustice against children of the world,” she added.
All proceeds generated from the march and the Small World events ticket sales and donations will go to organisations around the world actively working on the eradication of child exploitation.
