November 20, 2012

Recent cases of “honor” violence and forced marriage in the United States emphasize the need to combat these practices.

Recent cases of “honor” violence and forced marriage in the United States emphasize the need to combat these […]

November 20, 2012

Forced marriages take place not only in developing countries but also in the United States.

To many in the United States, forced marriage sounds like an ancient and alien practice, something that might […]

November 20, 2012

Shahira Amin writes about the battle against female genital mutilation.

Shahira Amin writes about the battle against female genital mutilation. Link: http://dailynewsegypt.com/2012/11/15/the-battle-against-female-genital-mutilation/

November 20, 2012

The marriage of a young Indian couple has been declared “absolutely null and void” by a court because the groom was forced to wed.

The marriage of a young Indian couple has been declared “absolutely null and void” by a court because […]

November 20, 2012

An Iraqi mother accused of beating her daughter in Phoenix for not going along with an arranged marriage has been sentenced to probation.

An Iraqi mother accused of beating her daughter in Phoenix for not going along with an arranged marriage […]

November 20, 2012

In New Zealand, concern that 16- and 17-year-olds are being forced to marry into often-abusive relationships has prompted an MP to draft a bill which would require minors to declare their consent in court.

In New Zealand, concern that 16- and 17-year-olds are being forced to marry into often-abusive relationships has prompted […]

November 20, 2012

In the UK, journalist Felicity Gerry calls for prosecuting those who commit female genital mutilation.

In the UK, journalist Felicity Gerry calls for prosecuting those who commit female genital mutilation. Link: http://www.guardian.co.uk/law/2012/nov/13/female-genital-mutilation-prosection-uk

November 20, 2012

A new Maasai rite of passage aims to reduce the prevalence of female genital mutilation.

A new Maasai rite of passage aims to reduce the prevalence of female genital mutilation in Kenya. Via: […]

November 20, 2012

In Edmonton, Canada, a couple has been charged with attacking and confining a 21-year-old woman in her home after she refused to participate in an arranged marriage outside the country.

In Edmonton, Canada, a couple has been charged with attacking and confining a 21-year-old woman in her home […]

November 20, 2012

In Canada, a 65-year-old Afghan immigrant was sent to prison for life after jurors found him guilty of second-degree murder in the 2008 slaying of his diminutive wife, Randjida Khairi in an “honor killing”.

In Canada, a 65-year-old Afghan immigrant was sent to prison for life after jurors found him guilty of […]

November 20, 2012

Archbishop Desmond Tutu has condemned child marriages as “repugnant” and says they should be vigorously combated.

Archbishop Desmond Tutu has condemned child marriages as “repugnant” and says they should be vigorously combated. Via: http://www.timeslive.co.za/local/2012/11/06/tutu-hits-out-at-child-marriages

November 20, 2012

Britain’s Chief Prosecutor seeks to bring prosecutions for perpetrators of female genital mutilation

In Britain, some 24,000 girls could be at risk of female genital mutilation, and although Britain criminalized FGM […]

November 20, 2012

In Egypt after the revolution, some fear more tolerance of female genital mutilation.

In Egypt after the revolution, some fear more tolerance of female genital mutilation. About 95% of Egyptian women […]

November 20, 2012

Each year, more than 10 million young girls in the world are forced to marry older men.

Each year, more than 10 million young girls in the world are forced to marry older men. Officials […]

November 20, 2012

Investigative journalist Abigail Haworth reports on FGM in Indonesia, a shockingly prevalent phenomenon.

Investigative journalist Abigail Haworth reports on FGM in Indonesia, a shockingly prevalent phenomenon. Link: http://www.guardian.co.uk/society/2012/nov/18/female-genital-mutilation-circumcision-indonesia

November 16, 2012