This indicator measures the proportion of female children aged 7 to 14 who are engaged in wage work, where they receive fixed payments or salaries for their labor. Such employment typically requires a formal agreement, either written or verbal, which outlines their compensation and working conditions. Tracking this metric not only sheds light on gender disparities in vulnerable age groups but also highlights the economic pressures that drive child labor, often limiting educational opportunities and perpetuating cycles of poverty. Understanding the prevalence of female wage workers in this age bracket can inform policy interventions aimed at safeguarding children's rights, promoting educational access, and enhancing economic empowerment for girls in vulnerable communities.
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