Actually Quote by Loretta Napoleoni
“The majority of the cocoa that we eat, it is actually produced by young kids which are being enslaved in the plantations of the Ivory Coast. Ivory Coast is the largest producer of cocoa.”
About This Quote
Child labor fuels the cocoa supply chain, exposing systemic exploitation in Ivory Coast's farms.
In simple terms: Exploitation in cocoa production
Key Takeaway
Child labor underpins global chocolate
Themes
exploitation
supply chain
child labor
global trade
human rights
Mood
concerned
urgent
outraged
Type
statement
call to action
exposé
When to use this quote
- fair‑trade certification
- consumer awareness campaigns
- corporate sourcing policies
- NGO investigations
Key Concepts
cocoa industry
forced labor
economic inequality
Practical Applications
- ethical sourcing guidelines
- advocacy for child‑rights legislation
Questions to Reflect On
- What responsibilities do consumers have in addressing hidden labor abuses?
- How can supply‑chain transparency reduce exploitation?
