Child, Early, and Forced Marriage: United States Government's Response
July 21, 2014
July 21, 2014
WASHINGTON, July 21 -- The U.S. Agency for International Development issued the following fact sheet:
What are some of the consequences of Child Early Forced Marriage (CEFM)?
CEFM impedes girls' education and increases early pregnancy and the risk of maternal mortality, obstetric complications, gender-based violence, and HIV/AIDS. Children of young mothers have higher rates of infant mortality and malnutrition compared to children of mothers older than 18.[1],[2] CE . . .
What are some of the consequences of Child Early Forced Marriage (CEFM)?
CEFM impedes girls' education and increases early pregnancy and the risk of maternal mortality, obstetric complications, gender-based violence, and HIV/AIDS. Children of young mothers have higher rates of infant mortality and malnutrition compared to children of mothers older than 18.[1],[2] CE . . .