How to Change the Trend of Child Marriage in South Asia?
Introduction According to UNICEF, child marriage is defined as a marriage or union where one or both of the parties are below the age of 18. In South Asia, it's estimated that one in three girls is married before she turns 18. This number is alarmingly high, and it's time for us to do something about it. You might be asking yourself: What can I do to help prevent child marriage in South Asia? The answer is simple: Speak out against it. Raise your voice and demand change. Together, we can make a difference and create a brighter future for all of the region's children. Understanding the Impact of Child Marriage When you think of child marriage, you probably picture young girls in developing countries, forced to marry someone much older than they are. And you would be right. This is a huge issue in South Asia, where over 60% of marriages involve someone under 18. But child marriage doesn't just affect the young couples involved. It has a ripple effect on their families a