On January 12, 2015, Amal Center for Advocacy and Recovery, in cooperation with Sayidat Suria Magazine, launched a campaign entitled “A Child, Not a Bride” aimed at confronting the phenomenon of child marriage. The campaign sought to shed light on the health, social, and legal risks of this practice, while mobilizing the community and decision-makers to protect young girls and ensure their rights to education and growth, free from all forms of exploitation.

Campaign Objectives

• Raise public awareness of the dangers of child marriage and its harmful impact on the future of girls and society.
• Mobilize support for the adoption and enforcement of laws that protect children and prohibit early marriage.
• Create dialogue spaces with families and communities to change harmful practices and traditions.

Key Messages

“A Child, Not a Bride” is not just a slogan; it is a call to protect childhood from exploitation and to guarantee every child’s right to a safe and bright future.

• Early marriage robs girls of their childhood and doubles the risks to their health and mental well-being.
• Education is the true alternative for securing a better future for young girls.
• Society as a whole is responsible for protecting children and putting an end to harmful practices against them.

Accompanying Activities

• Dialogue sessions with parents and youth to discuss risks and protection mechanisms.
• Distribution of posters and media materials carrying unified messages against early marriage.
• Sharing real-life stories and experiences to influence public opinion and promote positive alternatives.