Every year, millions of girls marry before turning 18. Child marriage leads to lower educational attainment for girls, which later affects a woman’s health and ability to get a job. A child bride is more likely to stay uneducated, face health issues & psychological distress. Her children are more exposed to malnutrition, illiteracy & poverty. How can we break the domino effect & end child marriage? Join the LIVE discussion with Women, business and the Law UNICEF Girls Not Brides & Save the Children UK on November 7! Register: http://wrld.bg/Bfc530gaJH7 #LJDweek2017 #EndChildMarriage
Child marriage negatively affects multiple development outcomes. It epitomizes a lack of voice and agency for women as well as the interconnectedness of development challenges. Every year, millions of girls marry before turning 18. Child marriage leads to lower educational attainment for girls and l…
