Child marriage is still common in Laos and is increasing among younger girls. About 30.5 percent of women aged 20 to 24 were married before age 18, and 17.4 percent gave birth before age 18. The findings provide a clear national picture of how child marriage affects girls, their children, and the country. The results [...]
Child marriage is still common in Laos and is increasing among younger girls. About 30.5 percent of women aged 20 to 24 were married before age 18, and 17.4 percent gave birth before age 18. The findings provide a clear national picture of how child marriage affects girls, their children, and the country. The results [...]
Young people in Laos are trying their best to make their communities better, but they still have numerous challenges. Early marriage is a major issue; nearly one in every five girls marries before the age of 18. It usually puts an end to their education and risks early pregnancy, poor health, and poverty. Most girls [...]
Young people in Laos are trying their best to make their communities better, but they still have numerous challenges. Early marriage is a major issue; nearly one in every five girls marries before the age of 18. It usually puts an end to their education and risks early pregnancy, poor health, and poverty. Most girls [...]