The Spotlight

8.18.2009

speaking of child brides

70% of girls in bangladesh are forced into marriage while still in their teens.

every.corner.of.the.globe.

"The young brides, lacking education, become the malnourished mothers of undernourished children and little else."
Posted by Carolynn at 10:45 AM
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Labels: bangladesh, child rape, reproductive rights

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