“As with other forms of sexual and gender-based violence, child marriage is rooted in gender inequality and poverty.”
Group lauds impending passage of bill vs child marriage
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Advocates for Women and Children Push for Sex Education in Schools
By ANNE MARXZE D. UMIL
“We believe that teaching women at a young age regarding reproductive health and sexuality would aid them in avoiding unwanted pregnancies, sexually transmitted diseases and maternal death.” – Gabriela and Salinlahi.