According to recent data from Brazil's Ministry of Labor and Employment (MTE), Acre has been identified as the state with the least amount of child labor departures, having recorded only one case in 2025. This statistic places Acre at the bottom of the national ranking, emphasizing the state's relatively positive performance in combating child labor compared to other states. The report, released on the 9th of this month, aims to highlight the effectiveness of ongoing policies in addressing child labor issues within the region.

In the broader context of Northern Brazil, significant disparities exist regarding child labor incidents. Alongside Acre, Amapá and Tocantins have also reported low numbers, with seven and 22 cases respectively. In stark contrast, states such as Roraima, Pará, and Rondônia are grappling with much higher occurrences of child labor departures, showcasing a concerning trend that necessitates further intervention and support. The disparities in these statistics highlight the varying levels of effectiveness of state and federal efforts to tackle this critical issue.

Nationally, the report from MTE mentions that 2025 marked the best results in combating child labor since 2017, with approximately 4,300 cases of minors involved. This indicates a positive trend in the efforts to mitigate child labor in Brazil; however, the significant numbers still reflect ongoing challenges. Continuous awareness and enforcement of labor laws along with community efforts are essential to maintain this momentum and further reduce the incidence of child labor across the nation.