A recent survey reveals a growing trend of child labor in Venezuela, driven by economic hardship. According to data from the Encuesta de Condiciones de Vida (Encovi) conducted by the Andrés Bello Catholic University, approximately one in eight adolescents is leaving school to contribute to family income. Official data on child labor in the country has not been collected in recent years, making the Encovi survey a crucial source of information. The findings indicate that the need to work has become a significant factor in school dropout rates among teenagers. This suggests a worsening economic situation is compelling families to rely on the earnings of their children. The lack of official statistics hinders a comprehensive understanding of the scope of the problem, but the survey highlights a concerning social consequence of the ongoing crisis. This trend poses a threat to the future educational attainment and opportunities for Venezuelan youth.