From child brides and FGM survivors to leaders on a global stage

03 January 2020

Survivors and advocates Nachaki, Rosillah and Eunice speak with advocate and psychotherapist Leyla Hussein at the Nairobi Summit on ICPD25. (L-R) Photo courtesy of Elizabeth Pratt/Too Young to Wed.

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In Mauritania, imams take to radio waves to say child marriage is against Islam

09 December 2019

At the radio station in Selibabi, Mauritania. © World Bank/Vincent Tremeau

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Young voices demand to be heard: Celebrating young activists on Human Rights Day

10 December 2019

Ms. Banda reads the inscription on her award, which comes from members of her community: “Thank you our fierce fighter, Memory." Image from video feed.

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“Life became a cage”: Syrian girls shed light on conflict, vulnerability and cycle of abuse

26 November 2019

Child marriage is widely seen as a way to secure care for daughters, who are often viewed as an economic burden. In this way, the practice both arises from and perpetuates gender inequality. © UNFPA Regional Syria Response Hub

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In Uganda, surviving rape and child marriage one plait at a time

14 October 2019

Ms. Asibazuyo described hairdressing as the "magic" skill that helped her overcome trauma and earn a living. © UNICEF/Adriko

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Community-led enforcement shows the way on ending child marriage in Ethiopia

11 October 2019

Ms. Gebray wants to continue her education until the day comes when she freely decides to marry. © UNFPA Ethiopia/Abraham Gelaw

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Amid conflict, mental health care gives Yemeni survivor of violence a new lease on life

08 October 2019

In Yemen, exposure to trauma and violence is widespread as the conflict enters its fifth year. © UNFPA Yemen

This week's International Conference on Mental Health and Psychosocial Support in Crisis Situations will focus on survivors of trauma and conflict like Salwa.

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Global Programme to Accelerate Action to End Child Marriage Country Profiles 2018

Resource date: 31 August 2019

Author: UNFPA, UNICEF

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Global Programme to Accelerate Action to End Child Marriage Annual Report 2018

Resource date: 31 August 2019

Author: UNFPA and UNCIEF

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Want to end preventable maternal deaths? Spend (at least) six times more by 2030

29 July 2019

To achieve zero preventable maternal deaths in 76 high-burden countries, annual spending would need to rise to $7.8 billion by 2030. © UNFPA Jordan

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