End Child Marriage in Massachusetts!

THE WEEK IN RIGHTS | March 28, 2019 Take Action: End Child Marriage in Massachusetts!

Photo © 2019 Human Rights Watch Did you know children can legally marry in Massachusetts? Between 2000 to 2016, more than 1,200 children under age 18 were married in Massachusetts. Almost all were girls marrying adult men. Child marriage is deeply harmful, putting girls at risk of health problems, interrupted education, poverty, and domestic violence. We’ve launched a campaign asking Massachusetts legislators to #EndChildMarriage in their state once and for all. Join us today! TAKE ACTION HERE »

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