News

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

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
  • 26 November 2019
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UNFPA-UNICEF Global Programme to End Child Marriage

Through the Global Programme, adolescent girls are gaining key skills and learning about their rights.

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

Ms. Asibazuyo described hairdressing as the "magic" skill that helped her overcome trauma and earn a living. © UNICEF/Adriko
  • 14 October 2019
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News

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

Ms. Gebray wants to continue her education until the day comes when she freely decides to marry. © UNFPA Ethiopia/Abraham Gelaw
  • 11 October 2019
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Amid conflict, mental health care gives Yemeni survivor of violence a new lease on life

In Yemen, exposure to trauma and violence is widespread as the conflict enters its fifth year. © UNFPA Yemen
  • 08 October 2019

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

Resources

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

Resource date: Aug 2019

Author: UNFPA, UNICEF

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Resources

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

Resource date: Aug 2019

Author: UNFPA and UNCIEF

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News

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

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
  • 29 July 2019
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News

Mother with disability hopes for better life with family planning

Ms. Chuor (centre) waits for an antenatal visit at the Aweil State Hospital. © UNFPA South Sudan/Arlene Alano
  • 18 July 2019
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Fighting for girls’ right to say no to child marriage in South Sudan

Poni Helen from South Sudan refused to marry as a child. Today she is studying law. © UNFPA South Sudan/Arlene Alano
  • 11 June 2019
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