California Bans Child Marriage as Federal Push Grows
#ChildMarriage #GlobalHealthCalifornia enacted a landmark ban on child marriage with no exceptions, becoming the 18th U.S. state to do so. Globally, countries are passing similar laws, though enforcement remains challenging in nations like India. read more
US Child Marriage Ban Bill Sparks Heated Debate
#ChildMarriage #HumanRightsU.S. advocates push federal Child Marriage Prevention Act banning under-18 marriage, while critics question visa loopholes and state study grants. Global efforts like Sierra Leone's ban contrast with weak enforcement in India, where cultural norms persist despite laws. read more
Ohio child marriage bill stalls, leaving minors unprotected
#ChildMarriage #OhioPoliticsOhio lawmakers failed to pass Senate Bill 341 banning child marriage before summer break, despite no public opposition. The bill would have closed a loophole allowing 17-year-olds to marry adults. Advocates call it "mind-boggling" inaction. read more
Iraq Parliament Amends Personal Status Law, Raising Child Marriage Concerns
#Iraq #ChildMarriageIraq's parliament controversially passed laws, including amendments to the personal status law criticized for potentially legalizing child marriage. Activists fear the erosion of safeguards for women's rights, as the changes grant Islamic courts more authority. Protests erupted due to alleged procedural violations. read more
Amnesty International Condemns Potential Child Marriage Legislation in Iraq
#Iraq #ChildMarriageAmnesty International fears that changes to Iraq's Personal Status Law could legalize child marriages, allowing girls as young as nine to marry. The proposed amendments would also strip women of divorce protections. The organization urges parliament to reject the harmful changes. read more
Amnesty International Raises Concerns Over Iraq's Potential Marriage Law Changes
#Iraq #ChildMarriageAmnesty International warns of potential child marriages in Iraq as young as nine under proposed changes to the Personal Status Law. Rights groups fear the elimination of legal age requirements could lead to unregistered unions, erasing protections for women in divorce and inheritance. read more