The Latvian Ministry of Welfare has acknowledged the need to amend existing regulations concerning children's participation in activities that involve showcasing their external appearance. This was highlighted during a session of the Saeima's Human Rights and Public Affairs Commission, where representatives discussed the rights of children to protection against sexual exploitation. Ilze Kurme, the director of the Ministry's Children and Family Policy Department, pointed out that the current situation regarding sexual exploitation is not favorable, with many issues and incidents still occurring that should not happen.

Moreover, the Ministry has identified many existing problems and has indicated prior agreements with various government agencies and NGOs on possible solutions. In regard to the modeling industry, Kurme emphasized that the Ministry has reviewed existing laws and sees a necessity for potential changes and improvements in the regulatory framework to create a safer environment for children involved in those activities. The discussion is critical not only for legal aspects but also for ensuring a supportive cultural shift towards protecting children from exploitation in the fashion and modeling sectors.

This initiative underscores a growing awareness in Latvia regarding safeguarding children's welfare, especially in industries that pose inherent risks. If implemented, these regulatory changes could significantly impact how children's modeling activities are organized, with broader implications for vocational practices in the fashion industry and potentially leading to more stringent protective laws aimed at ensuring that children are not exploited or harmed during such engagements.