Category: Child marriage

Child Marriage: What You Need to Know

Child marriage is a global problem that affects millions of young people around the world. It is defined as any marriage involving someone under the age of 18, and is a violation of human rights. Despite being illegal in many countries, child marriage is still a widespread practice, with an estimated 650 million girls and boys married before the age of 18.

Child marriage is a complex issue, and there are many reasons why it continues to occur.

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