More and more shops are refusing to admit children. They are so-called “No Kids Zone” stores. These include coffee shops, restaurants, and high-end furniture stores. The term “No Kids Zone” has been used since 2014. Even before that, there were businesses that prohibited children from entering, but it spread under the name of No Kids Zone and became controversial in earnest from about 2016. I am against the No Kids Zone. Here are three reasons to support my opinion.

First, the No Kids Zone means discrimination against parents with children. Approving a No Kids Zone is another type of discrimination. Discrimination is neither a natural occurrence nor justifiable for anyone. No Kids Zone is a violation of the right of freedom, which deprives children and parents of the right to eat with their children.

Second, it is problematic for store owners to restrict children’s access only for the convenience and economic benefits of adults. This is a clear discrimination against both children and their parents. It is not right for all parents and children to be discriminated against because of some ignorant parents or adults. In fact, however, they should teach their children public manners and they should be more considerate of the children’s behavior. 

Third, implementation of the No Kids Zone can adversely affect store sales, which is also bad for business owners. If the No Kids Zone policy is implemented and children are not allowed to enter their stores, sales will eventually decrease because adults who take care of their children will also be unable to come to visit there. In addition, if a child makes a mistake, the owner can file a lawsuit for property damage or obstruction of work.  

No Kids Zone discriminates against parents with children, alienates adults who have children from businesses, and adversely affects store sales. Therefore, I strongly disagree with the No Kids Zone.