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No child should be a bride. 

UNITED STATES · INTERNATIONAL

Right now, marriage before 18 is still legal in most US states. We're working to change that, starting with the 50 states and moving to every country. 

33

US states still allow child marriage under some circumstances

OUR MISSION

"We believe in a future free from forced and early marriage — in all 50 states, and everywhere else."

Stand For Childhood works directly with lawmakers to close legal loopholes, spread awareness through survivor-led storytelling, and build coalitions across all 50 states and abroad.

THE SCALE OF THE PROBLEM

650M

women have been married as minors

12M

girls are married as minors every year

117

countries worldwide are affected by child marriage

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Every donation funds outreach, legal advocacy, and survivor support.

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We welcome passionate individuals ready to make a difference. Your contribution is invaluable.

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