A Blueprint for Ending Child Marriage
When a young girl is pushed into marriage, the damage can last long after her wedding day, in the form of lower educational attainment, domestic abuse, and adverse physical and mental effects. In the effort to end the practice, Bangladesh offers both a blueprint and a cautionary tale.
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DHAKA – When a young girl is pushed into marriage, the damage can last long after her wedding day. Research shows that girls who marry before the age of 18 receive less schooling than those who marry later, face a higher risk of domestic abuse, and suffer a lifetime of adverse effects on their physical and mental wellbeing.