Final Assignment

Introduction

For this writing assignment we were to choose a unique ethical dilemma, and the traditional theories that will be used to suggest a potential resolution to the dilemma. For my writing assignment, I would like to tackle a highly controversial and an ethical dilemma they may or may not have a plausible solution. The issue that I would like to tackle is the use of child labor in third world countries. In order to give a good comparison, of how they are used in various industries (i.e. shoes, clothing, etc) I’ll take a look at the companies that make these choices, the countries where these “sweatshops” are generally located.

In this paper I would want to provide an understand of the different ethical theories, figuring out which ones are applicable and which ones are not, all while determining that the theories that could be used for this particular dilemma. Deontology - The deontological theory states that people should adhere to their obligations and duties when analyzing an ethical dilemma. Utilitarianism - The utilitarian ethical theory is founded on the ability to predict the consequences of an action. Rights - In the rights ethical theory the rights set forth by a society are protected and given the highest priority. Casuist - The casuist ethical theory is one that compares a current ethical dilemma with examples of similar ethical dilemmas and their outcomes. Virtue - The virtue ethical theory judges a person by his character rather than by an action that may deviate from his normal behavior.

Another thing I would like to talk about in this particular assignment is to discuss Corporate Social Responsibility. Are the companies that engage in this practice being responsible? Do these companies need to use child labor to in order to keep their cost down?

Philippines and Indonesia: Child Labour in Footwear Industry. (2006, July 20). Retrieved November 16, 2015, from http://www.ilo.org/global/about-the-ilo/multimedia/video/video-news-releases/WCMS_083364/lang--en/index.htm

Sweatshops and Child Labor. (n.d.). Retrieved November 16, 2015, from http://www.veganpeace.com/sweatshops/sweatshops_and_child_labor.htm

TED Case Studies. (n.d.). Retrieved November 16, 2015, from http://www1.american.edu/ted/nike.htm