Report

Study on the underlying social norms and economic causes that lead to child marriage in Jordan

A qualitative study for developing an actionable multisectoral plan for preventing child marrige

This UNICEF and the Higher Population Council study analyses the rising prevalence of child marriage in Jordan, following a decade of decline, and outlines ways to effectively reduce child marriage in Jordan;
Some of the key drivers of child marriage include customs and traditions, poverty, family disintegration and refugee status;
The study finds that education remains a strong preventative factor against child marriages, especially for girls.