Violence against women and girls is serious human rights issue. To learn more, please read “The Issue” section of this website. If you or anyone you know has been affected by violence, please see the “Resources” section of this website. Remember that protecting the identity of anyone affected by violence is important for their safety and their privacy.
Mina lives with her mother, father, sister and brothers
Every year, 12 million girls get married before the age of 18.
Child marriage threatens girls’ health and well-being, and forces them out of
education, and can trap them in a cycle of poverty.
Every year, 12 million girls get married before the age of 18.
Child marriage threatens girls’ health and well-being, and forces them out of education, and can trap them in a cycle of poverty.
Although this may have avoided Mina’s immediate marriage, ending the prospect of child marriage for good requires intervention and action across various sectors, at all levels.
Before expressing your opinion in this way, you should be sure your husband won’t become threatening or violent towards you. Intimate partner violence is one of the most common forms of violence against women.
Every year, 12 million girls get married before the age of 18.
Child marriage threatens girls’ health and well-being, and forces them out of education, and can trap them in a cycle of poverty.
Ensuring girls like Mina receive a quality education is essential to provide them with the choices and opportunities they need to plan their futures and succeed in life.
By having a conversation with your husband, you can determine jointly the kind of future that you want for your daughter.
