A Milestone in the Fight Against Child Marriage
This month, we are witnessing a historic moment in the fight to protect vulnerable children across the United States. On August 1st, Senator Durbin has introduced the long-awaited federal Child Marriage Prevention Act. This groundbreaking legislation is a significant step toward ending child marriage and shielding children from exploitation under the guise of matrimony. At Global Hope 365, we are proud supporters of this Act and urge you to join us in this critical endeavor. Please take a moment to email Senator Durbin and thank him for his leadership. Use "Children Issues" as the topic.
Key Provisions of the Child Marriage Prevention Act
The Child Marriage Prevention Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation designed to address the multifaceted issue of child marriage. The Act includes several critical provisions:
Establishment of a National Commission to Combat Child Marriage: This commission will oversee efforts to eradicate child marriage and coordinate national strategies.
Creation of a Grant Program for State Task Forces: States will receive funding to establish task forces dedicated to preventing child marriage and supporting affected children.
Model State Statute Development: The Attorney General will be tasked with developing a model statute prohibiting child marriage, providing a clear legislative template for states to follow.
Incentives for States: States that take decisive action to eliminate child marriage will receive incentives, encouraging nationwide adoption of protective measures.
Federal Ban: The Act will ban child marriage on federal land and in federal buildings, setting a standard for state legislatures to follow.
Visa Regulations: The Act sets a minimum age for U.S. petitioners and foreign beneficiaries of spouse and fiancée visas, preventing the exploitation of minors through immigration loopholes.
The Urgent Need for Legislation
Child marriage remains a pressing issue in the United States, with devastating consequences for young girls and boys. Alarmingly, child marriage is still legal in 37 states. Between 2000 and 2018, over 300,000 minors were married, often to significantly older spouses. These marriages frequently result in severe emotional, physical, and psychological harm, disrupting education and increasing the risk of domestic violence and poverty.
Global Hope 365: Our Mission
At Global Hope 365, our mission is to end child marriage and human trafficking, advocating for the rights and safety of women and children. We work tirelessly to raise awareness and conduct outreach programs to educate about the dangers of child marriage and the importance of safeguarding children’s rights.
Our focus is on ending harmful practices toward women and girls such as Child Marriage, Human Trafficking, and other forms of gender-based violence.based violence.
How You Can Help
Your voice is powerful. By supporting the Child Marriage Prevention Act, you can help protect thousands of children from exploitation and abuse. Here’s how you can make a difference:
Email Senator Durbin: Thank him for introducing the Child Marriage Prevention Act. Use "Children Issues" as the topic to emphasize the importance of this legislation.
Spread the Word: Share information about the Act on social media and with your community. Raise awareness about the issue of child marriage and the need for legislative action.
Support Global Hope 365: Consider donating to our organization or volunteering your time to help us in our mission to end child marriage.
Conclusion
The introduction of the Child Marriage Prevention Act is a monumental step forward in the fight to protect children from exploitation and abuse. At Global Hope 365, we stand firmly behind this legislation and its potential to create a safer, more just society for all children. Join us in supporting this critical Act and advocating for the rights and futures of vulnerable children across the nation. Together, we can end child marriage and ensure that every child has the opportunity to grow up free from fear and full of hope.
For more information about our work and how you can get involved, please visit our website at Global Hope 365.
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