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UN Declares International Day to Eliminate Child Marriage
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UN Declares International Day to Eliminate Child Marriage

The UN General Assembly has established 27 November as the International Day for the Elimination of Child, Early, and Forced Marriage, aiming to raise global awareness and accelerate efforts to eradicate this practice. The resolution, sponsored by Sierra Leone and supported by over 66 countries, calls for coordinated actions by governments, UN agencies, and civil society to promote education, protection, and the rights of children, particularly girls. First Lady of Sierra Leone, Dr. Fatima Maada Bio, emphasized the personal impact of child marriage, highlighting the loss of opportunities for affected girls. Activist Bhuwan Ribhu, who advocated for the day, cited the symbolic significance of 27 November, referencing a large-scale pledge made by 250 million Indians in 2024 to end child marriage. The initiative aligns with broader goals under the Sustainable Development Goals to improve children's well-being globally.

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UN Declares International Day to Eliminate Child Marriage

The UN General Assembly has established 27 November as the International Day for the Elimination of Child, Early, and Forced Marriage, aiming to raise global awareness and accelerate efforts to eradicate this practice. The resolution, sponsored by Sierra Leone and supported by over 66 countries, calls for coordinated actions by governments, UN agencies, and civil society to promote education, protection, and the rights of children, particularly girls. First Lady of Sierra Leone, Dr. Fatima Maada Bio, emphasized the personal impact of child marriage, highlighting the loss of opportunities for affected girls. Activist Bhuwan Ribhu, who advocated for the day, cited the symbolic significance of 27 November, referencing a large-scale pledge made by 250 million Indians in 2024 to end child marriage. The initiative aligns with broader goals under the Sustainable Development Goals to improve children's well-being globally.

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