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Welcome to another edition. Today, i will like us to discuss about a critical topic which have a major impact in our society. it is called "Child Marriage".
The Child Marriage is simply mean marriage before the age of 18. This is a human rights violation that affects millions of children worldwide. It is a complex issue driven by various factors, including poverty, cultural traditions, and lack of education.
According to UNICEF, in 2020, 27% of women aged 20-24 were married before the age of 18.
There are several repercussions of Child Marriage which includes:
* Limited access to education and economic opportunities
* Increased risk of domestic violence and abuse
* Poor health outcomes, including higher maternal mortality rates
* Perpetuation of poverty and inequality
What are the efforts to prevent child marriage include:
* Education and awareness-raising campaigns
* Empowerment of girls and women
* Policy reforms and enforcement
* Support for vulnerable families
What empowers or enchances Child Marriage:
- Poverty: Families may see marriage as a way to secure financial stability
- Cultural traditions: Child marriage may be deeply ingrained in local customs
- Lack of education: Limited access to education can lead to early marriage
- Gender inequality: Girls may be seen as a burden or as property
What has been done so far .....
While progress has been made, more work is needed to address child marriage. The United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) aim to eliminate child marriage by 2030.
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