How children are recruited for “summer jobs” at defense industry enterprises in russia
kalashnikov concern, which manufactures weapons and ammunition, is recruiting schoolchildren aged 16 and older for “summer jobs.” The children are promised a salary starting at 25,000 rubles (about $300) and training in skills such as milling, locksmithing, and foundry work.
▫️This initiative by kalashnikov is part of a systematic effort to militarize children and teenagers. For example, the special economic zone “alabuga,” where “shaheds” are manufactured, is actively recruiting high school students from across russia for “labor brigades.” At the same time, schools have introduced a mandatory course that teaches children how to construct and operate UAVs.
By involving teenagers in work at defense industry enterprises, russian government aims to create a reserve of workers for defense factories, which are experiencing a severe labor shortage. Additionally, such initiatives are part of the kremlin’s efforts to recruit potential contract soldiers for the army.
