Beyond remediating individual cases, as per the approach outlined in this policy, we recognise that it is important for Tony’s Open Chain and its partners to work more broadly on building an enabling environment where cocoa-growing families and communities no longer need to resort to child labour. We do this through community development programmes funded through the Chocolonely Foundation and other external partners. Tony’s Open Chain’s Principles of Remediation 1. The rights of the child are central. The rights and best interests of the child are the key guiding factor when determining the appropriate remediation intervention. 2. Remediation is needs-based. Cases are remediated based on a full understanding of the child's circumstances and needs. This includes conducting comprehensive needs assessments that give both children and parents a voice. 3. Partner cooperative ownership of implementation. Partner cooperatives own the implementation of the CLMRS and prioritise it in their daily operations and long-term planning. Sufficient funds (via the cooperative management fee and other sources) and skilled and trained teams are required to support the prevention and monitoring of child labour. 4. Shared responsibility. Tony’s Open Chain, partner cooperatives and the affected child’s parents or caregivers all take responsibility for a part of the remediation plan, making it more likely to succeed, as everyone is invested. 5. Collaboration with government structures: Tony’s Open Chain supports and builds on functioning government structures where these are available, sharing information on child labour cases and enabling children to receive support from government-run structures where services are accessible, effective, and transparent.
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