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CHILD MARRIAGE --> DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

Globally, girls who marry before age 18 are 50 percent more likely to face physical or sexual violence from a partner.  

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Why?

Most child marriages are younger girls to older man. INHERENT IMBALANCE OF POWER IS OCCURRED in their relationships. 

So, what is domestic violence?

Violence or other abuse in a domestic setting, such as in marriage or cohabitation. 

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“Women across 34 countries are at increased risk for domestic violence if they marry before age 15.” 

“Physical and/or sexual violence was higher among women who married as children (29%) compared to those who married as adults (20%).” 

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WHAT DO THESE SHOW? 

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Domestic violence often happened in forced or child marriage BUT WHY? 

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