Traces of childhood exploitation: A comprehensive study on the forms of child labour in Iran

This qualitative research examines the forms and aspects of child labour in Tehran, Iran. Using grounded theory methodology, the study collected data through interviews and observations with working children, their employers, and field experts. The findings document various forms of exploitation experienced by working children in the city.

Key points

• Study used grounded theory with qualitative methods including interviews and observation
• Research population included three groups: working children, employers, and field experts
• Data collection employed theoretical, snowballing, and purposive sampling methods
• Working children in Tehran experience exploitation in various forms
• Study focused specifically on the city of Tehran

Limitations

The document excerpt is incomplete and does not provide specific findings about the forms of exploitation identified or their prevalence. The qualitative nature of the study means findings may not be generalizable beyond Tehran or comparable across quantitative measures.