Ms. Que BanhDec 17, 2024

Older article, yet the #HumanRights issue of #ChildMarriage is still a problem, globally, to this day.
While many folks in Western nations in #GlobalNorth are quick to judge #BIPOC in #GlobalSouth for the abusive, oppressive practice of child marriage - they don't seem very aware that it happens in Canada, UK & US too.

https://www.cbc.ca/radio/thecurrent/the-current-for-may-17-2021-1.6029349/child-marriage-is-a-hidden-crime-and-it-s-happening-in-western-nations-says-survivor-and-advocate-1.6029454

I believe in ending ALL child marriages everywhere.
I support the work of #TooYoungToWed organization.
https://tooyoungtowed.org/main/index

#LetKidsBeKids #BanChildMarriage #ProtectChildren #ChildrensRights #SaveTheChildren #KidsFirst #EducationIsKey #HelpChildren #SocialJustice #JusticeForChildren #BanChildBrides #BanChildGrooms

Child marriage is 'a hidden crime,' and it's happening in Western nations, says survivor and advocate | CBC Radio

One in five girls around the world are married as children, before the age of 18. It's not just an issue specific to developing countries; it’s taking place in Canada too.

CBC