E-Waste and Children’s Health

Examine the health risks of e-waste and learn prevention strategies

Electronic waste (e-waste) is one of the most pressing global challenges of our time, with far-reaching impacts on the environment and public health, especially for children.

This online course offers a unique opportunity to explore the complexities of e-waste, its toxic hazards, and the steps we can take to safeguard vulnerable communities.

Understand the global e-waste crisis

Begin by exploring what e-waste is, where it comes from, and how it moves across the globe. You’ll examine the trends in informal e-waste recycling and its environmental consequences.

This foundational knowledge will help you grasp the scale of the problem and its implications for communities worldwide.

Explore the health risks of e-waste

Dive into the toxic hazards of e-waste and how improper recycling practices expose children to harmful chemicals.

Learn about the routes of exposure, from foetal development to childhood, and the adverse health outcomes linked to these toxic substances. This part of the course will deepen your understanding of the urgent need for action.

Discover solutions to protect children

Highlight the interventions and strategies being implemented globally to combat e-waste’s impact on children. From local initiatives to international policies, you’ll explore practical ways to prevent exposure and create safer environments.

By the end of the course, you’ll be empowered to contribute to meaningful change in your community and beyond.

This course is for anyone passionate about tackling the global e-waste crisis and protecting children’s health. You’ll gain practical knowledge to drive meaningful change, from identifying risks to implementing solutions.

This course is for anyone passionate about tackling the global e-waste crisis and protecting children’s health. You’ll gain practical knowledge to drive meaningful change, from identifying risks to implementing solutions.

• Describe the definition of e-waste, its origins, and its global movement.
• Explain the potential toxic hazards in e-waste and assess the risks they pose to children.
• Explore various exposure scenarios to identify how, where, and when children are at risk of toxic exposure from e-waste.
• Discuss diseases linked to acute and chronic exposure to hazardous chemicals in e-waste.
• Assess international actions and local interventions aimed at preventing children’s toxic exposures to e-waste.
• Reflect on strategies to mitigate the risks associated with e-waste and promote safer practices globally.