Showing posts with label heealsindia. Show all posts
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Monday, 16 June 2025

Child Labour in India – Real Facts

Conflicts, war, crises and the COVID-19 pandemic, have plunged more families into poverty – and forced millions more children into child labour. Economic growth has not been sufficient, nor inclusive enough, to relieve the pressure that too many families and communities feel and that makes them resort to child labour. Today, 160 million children are still engaged in child labour. That is almost one in ten children worldwide.

Child Labour in India – Real Facts:
• Over 10 million children (aged 5–14 years) are engaged in child labour in India, according to Census 2011. Newer estimates suggest millions more remain uncounted in informal sectors.
• 60% of child labourers are involved in agriculture, followed by construction, domestic work, and manufacturing.
• Poverty, lack of education, and social inequality are the primary drivers of child labour in India.
• Many children work in hazardous conditions—in industries like fireworks (Sivakasi), carpet weaving, mining, and garment factories.
• The COVID-19 pandemic increased the risk of child labour due to school closures, job losses, and increased household poverty.
• Child labour is often hidden, especially among girls, who may be involved in domestic and caregiving tasks from a young age.
• India has laws like the Child Labour (Prohibition and Regulation) Act, 1986, but enforcement remains weak in many regions.
• States like Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and Maharashtra report the highest number of child labour cases.
• The Right to Education (RTE) Act mandates free and compulsory education for children aged 6–14—but dropout rates remain high.
• NGOs and grassroots movements like HEEALS are working on education, awareness, and community engagement to reduce child labour.

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Tuesday, 3 October 2023

Negative Impact of Taboos on Mental Health

Negative Impact of Taboos on Mental Health

By Saniya Islam 


Walking into your house at the ripe age of eight throwing the shiny new ball your friend had just bought you, enamored with how it bounced and tossed up in the air until - Crack! The mirror reflects back at you in its shattered pieces, your mother close behind yelling, “You better wish away the 7 years of bad luck you’ve doomed to yourself,” unleashing anxiety across your body for the next three weeks. 



This is the effect of baseless taboos and superstitions; the issue, however, extends beyond shattered mirrors and knocking on wood. Superstitions are most harmful in the space of periods, an area in which many women and impressionable girls are uneducated. But why? 


Despite their seemingly harmless intention, period taboos are often the only true advice or education that women in underdeveloped countries - like India - receive to guide them through menstrual cycles. This unproven folklore, however, creates fear mongering around periods. 


There are a myriad of superstitions passed around the world that create unnecessary rules for women. In India, for example, there is a superstition that whilst on your period one cannot enter a kitchen or cook for anyone else according to Hello Clue. The consequence of this rumor is that women are taught that they are dirty and disgusting for their period - furthering menstrual health into an unmentionable and disgraceful topic. 


Consequently, the confidence of women is tattered by period myths as is that of young girls. Period superstitions establish a stigma around periods and those who have them. When on one’s period, girls feel ashamed to be in their own bodies because societal taboos tell them to ‘wash your hair’ or ‘not pray’, as though it is an infectious disease rather than a normal bodily function. 


Once disgusted by periods, girls are thereby told to be disgusted with themselves and the body that contributes to such a process. Through low self-esteem comes low-confidence, growing into many mental health issues in the process. 

Women deserve to be reminded that their period is a normal process and one that should not be frowned upon or that they should be judged for. They deserve more than unsupported rumors and hostility toward their bodily functions. Girls deserve not to fear that if they are on their period without a matchbox in their pocket, evil will come to them. They deserve to be educated, to be heard, and to be met with information about their menstrual cycle that will help them manage it and continue with their lives rather than living in isolation and fear constantly. 


By educating women and abolishing these superstitions from their mind, they can live with knowledge and comfort whilst on their period. These are the standards that we should hold menstrual education toward. This is the standard that HEEALS NGO holds itself to when educating young girls on their periods in order to protect them from period anxiety and allow them to reestablish their confidence. By getting rid of period myths, we allow women to accept themselves and their womanhood. To contribute to the cause of revoking rumors and replacing them with facts, donate to HEEALS today. 

 

Sources: 

https://helloclue.com/articles/culture/36-superstitions-about-periods-from-around-world


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Friday, 29 September 2023

Girls Dropout Because Of Menstrual Hygiene

Many Girls Dropout From Their School Just Because Of Periods .

Taboos related to menstrual hygiene is a major player in Girls dropout from schools. Together we can bring back the Girls in school. Join Our Menstrual Hygiene Project . Whats app : +91-- 7982316660


Tuesday, 26 September 2023

How to Deal with PCOD: At Home, In Clinic, and More...

How to Deal with PCOD: At Home, In Clinic, and More...

By Saniya Islam 

With the mood swings and loss of motivation clouding your life recently, perhaps you have felt like you hit rock bottom. Good news, you might have instead hit a PCOD diagnosis. Polycystic Ovarian Disease 


(PCOD) is defined as a medical condition in which a woman’s ovaries produce abundant numbers of underdeveloped eggs, either immature or partially mature, that become cysts over time - according to Dr. Kamna Nagpal of Max Healthcare. Despite the daunting medical vocabulary, this is a common condition that affects 20% of Indian women and is easily treatable. Read further to understand the symptoms of PCOD, and if you are possibly one of the five women affected by it. 

            Polycystic Ovarian Disease, in spite of its frequent effect on many women, is often a disease suffered in silence, as many are unaware of its symptoms. Symptoms of PCOD include issues with infertility, irregular periods, heavy menstrual bleeding, weight gain, balding or excess body hair, acne, depression, and sleeping disorders. These symptoms lead to serious implications upon women’s mental health and stimulation due to the hormone imbalance created by a secretion of androgen (male hormones) from ovarian cysts. Women experience low self-esteem, mood swings, and pessimistic social relationships - leading to 34% of women diagnosed with PCOD having clinical depression and 45% of women diagnosed with PCOD suffering from anxiety.  


            Although upon the surface level it may seem like an objective health issue, PCOD is an effect of various environmental and social issues. When using spatial analysis, it can be observed that the areas with the most women impacted by Polycystic Ovarian Disease often overlap with those that suffer under pollution and sedentary lifestyles impacted by the culture around them. Though you may be experiencing these symptoms or live in this environment, ensure a clinical diagnosis from your doctor prior to attempting to treat PCOD, as there may be other underlying medical conditions at work. 

            If you are diagnosed, however, there are a myriad of ways to treat and manage your PCOD. The easiest and most effective way to naturally manage PCOD is through a lifestyle change. By adjusting your dietary plans in order to accommodate a low-cholesterol diet, PCOD can be improved upon massively. Furthermore, consistent exercise and lowering overall body fat by about 5% is an extremely effective method of regulating PCOD. Despite the plentiful medications such as progestin, birth control pills, or metformin, an overall shift in perspective and health is the most accessible and worthwhile method in administering PCOD. 


            To close, PCOD, seemingly a daunting condition, is one that is extremely common and treatable. Women everywhere - remember that this is a struggle that many share and simply requires your effort and time. To aid women in similar conflicts and continue to educate, donate to HEEALS NGO. 

 

Sources: 

https://www.maxhealthcare.in/blogs/are-you-suffering-from-pcod#:~:text=Polycystic%20Ovarian%20Disease%20(PCOD)%20is,in%20the%20ovaries%20over%20time.



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Can You Get Anemia from Your Period?

What is Iron-Deficiency Anemia?

According to the Mayo Clinic, iron-deficiency anemia is a condition caused by having an insufficient amount of iron in your body. This deficiency causes your body to not be able to produce enough hemoglobin-a protein that enables red blood cells to carry oxygen throughout the body. Hemoglobin is important because all of our organs need oxygen to function! Without hemoglobin carrying oxygen around the body, our organs would never get the oxygen that they need. 


According to Healthline, if you suffer from menorrhagia (heavy periods), you may also suffer from anemia. If you lose more blood than your body can produce on your period, your body will have a deficient amount of iron from which it can utilize. Therefore, your body won’t be able to produce enough hemoglobin, resulting in a deficiency of oxygenated blood. Basically, period-induced anemia can cause iron-deficiency anemia (there are many factors that may cause period-induced anemia; like diet). 

How Can You Increase the Amount of Iron Your Body Has? 

According to Healthline, there are many ways, including:

1. Eat more iron! Though you can take iron supplements, there are many

foods that have a high amount of iron. This includes red meats, turkey,

spinach, and legumes.

2. Eat foods that are high in Vitamin C! This is because Vitamin C helps

your body absorb iron. Your body being able to absorb iron is very

important because if it can’t absorb the iron, it can’t make hemoglobin

from it. Some foods that are high in Vitamin C include: broccoli,

oranges, and kale.

3. If you drink coffee or tea, try to avoid it at meal times. This is because

they make it harder for your body to absorb the iron that it gets from

the food you eat.


Sources.

“Anemia Period: Can Menstruation Cause Anemia?” Healthline, 11 Nov. 2020,

www.healthline.com/health/anemia-period#prevention.

Mayo Clinic. “Iron Deficiency Anemia - Symptoms and Causes.” Mayo Clinic,

Mayo Clinic, 18 Oct. 2019,

www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/iron-deficiency-anemia/symptomscauses/

syc-20355034.

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Monday, 25 September 2023

PEER Pressure In Schools

Mental Health And Peer Pressure Workshop in Gurgaon and Delhi Schools. How Peer Pressure effect Mental Health among school students .

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Tuesday, 19 September 2023

PEER PRESSURE !

Peer Pressure plays a very important role among children mental health .

We organize Mental Health Workshop about Peer Pressure in Gurgaon, Schools. To support our project . Please contact us at : communications@heeals.org Whatss app : +91-7982316660 Thank you!

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Saturday, 16 September 2023

THE PERILS OF INTERNET DISPARITY

THE PERILS OF INTERNET DISPARITY

 

By Sachin S Solanki

 

At times when we remain indulged in a breast-beating celebration of our technological feats, there is a world that is still struggling to keep pace with the developments of the present. And nothing explains this contrast more than the internet and digital divide in today’s world. On one hand, where efforts are being made to launch a string of satellites, rovers and orbiters in space to our celestial neighbors, it is shockingly disappointing when one thinks of the many digital blind spots that exist amongst us, right here on the Earth.


 The data speaks

 As per the India Inequality Report 2022, published by OXFAM India, there is a drastic gap between rural and urban India in the usage of the Internet. While the urban areas are readily moving ahead, internet usage in rural areas remains woefully inadequate at around 31%. This wide gulf reflects poorly in other domains like education and health.

In the field of education, the report highlights that only a meagre 9% of the students had an internet connection. This negatively influences students’ accessibility to webinars and vital information that may act as a guiding light towards better choice-making. The existence of such rifts also creates deep disparities in learning and educational outcomes, thereby leading to marginal or no productivity. At HEEALS, we have always engaged in carrying service delivery to the last mile where it is most needed. As part of our Digital Learning Programme, we have previously engaged in providing students with digital devices and classes on usage of the internet to further the engagement around digital connectivity and its many advantages.

We believe that lack of connectivity and accessibility also has ramifications in the healthcare sector. People of all age groups lose out on the digital health infrastructure and essential resources due to digital isolation. To make matters worse, the Internet in India Report 2022 highlights not only a regional digital divide between states but also between genders and communities, thereby creating unbridgeable silos and blind spots.

Additionaly, as part of our menstrual hygiene campaign at HEEALS, we found a disappointing lack of dialogue in rural societies around menstrual hygiene and sanitation. This has a disproportionate impact as it causes not only further marginalisation of women and other menstruating people but also tampers their growth and potential. However, with the help of the internet, it is possible and perhaps badly needed to extend the dialogue around such critical issues, whereby people from different geographies can collaborate in the creation of safe spaces likevirtual help desks or personalized guidance sessions.

At an individual level, the Internet is a sine qua non for realizing one’s potential and identity. People and groups who are more vulnerable to social injustices and discrimination often lack valuable anchor points to make meaningful life choices and connections. And in the light of lack of resources and connectivity, their struggle gets exacerbated manifold, leading to rise of increase in cases of poor mental health and suicide. As per the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB)’s data from 2021, the rate of dying by suicide has gone up by 7.2 per cent. Internet, therefore, can offer a healing touch and guiding light to those in need in terms of online therapies or virtual support groups.

Last but not least, the Internet’s role in the modern economic space is undeniably essential. As per the India Inequality Report, the poorest 40% is less likely to make digital payments, which is demoralizing in view of inclusive and equitable development. Lack of adequate connectivity erodes not just people’s availability to catch pace with the modern economic system where digital payments have become a norm but also their ability to learn and evolve in a more connected economic space. Furthermore, individuals from remote geographical locations and orthodox social settings where conventional professions are preferred are more likely to face an extra burden due to a lack of digital connectivity. This ultimately accentuates economic and transformational costs and negatively impacts the growth of not just a community but a country at large.

 Way ahead

We believe that the Internet in today’s world is the life breath of a society which helps in providing resources, expertise and a better quality of life. The apex court has underlined repeatedly that the right to the Internet is an essential part of the larger chapter on fundamental rights enshrined in the Constitution. Internet, when used judiciously, opens doors to universal upliftment and prosperity for all sections. Efforts like the recent PM WANI (Wi-Fi Access Network Interface) scheme which aspires to enlarge Wi-fi connectivity throughout the country must not only be appreciated but also replicated to reach a wider segment of society. The need of the hour is a strong partnership with local NGOs and door-to-door campaigns to maximise dialogue and outreach.

 

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References used-

 

1- National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB)’s data, 2021-

 

https://ncrb.gov.in/sites/default/files/ADSI-2021/adsi2021_Chapter-2-Suicides.pdf

 

2- India Inequality Report 2022-

 

https://www.oxfamindia.org/knowledgehub/workingpaper/india-inequality-report-2022-digital-divide

 

 

3- Internet in India Report 2022-

 

https://www.iamai.in/sites/default/files/research/Internet%20in%20India%202022_Print%20version.pdf

 

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Monday, 4 September 2023

Dropout Of Girls Because Of WASH In India

 

Dropout because of non available of water sanitation hygiene in India

India's water and sanitation crisis:

Out of its population of 1.3 billion people, 91 million people (6% of the population) lack access to safe water, and 746 million people (54%) lack access to safely managed household sanitation facilities. Current challenges include extreme water stress, contaminated surface water and lack of access to piped water supply. The effects from climate change like droughts and rising sea levels also affect access to safe water and sanitation for families in India.

These factors, combined with the current initiative by the Government of India to provide tap water connections to every household by 2024, have created unprecedented urgency to implement effective solutions to increase access to safe water and sanitation.


Impact of this crisis on education:

Education for girls in India depends on a multitude of factors. Factors like safety, transportation, social stigmas and perceptions all play a role in determining whether or not a girl gets educated. Aside from having schools that are accessible to girls, specific challenges that girls face while receiving an education need to be addressed. One such factor is the existence of WASH in educational spaces.

A lack of WASH in educational spaces directly impacts if a girl will attend school or college. It has been well documented that many girls, especially in rural areas, do not have access to schools with washrooms or drinking water.

In March, education minister Ramesh Pokhriyal said that more than 15,000 government schools do not have toilets, and more than 42,000 do not have access to drinking water. Studies have also shown that even in schools, many are unusable, locked, or had no separate facilities for girls. Further, a 2020 CAG (Comptroller and Auditor General) report found that 55% of government schools did not have basic hand-washing facilities.

 

Due to this, girls routinely drop out of school. A 2015 report by Dasra says that 23% of girls drop out of school after reaching puberty because of inadequate sanitation, water, or toilets. WASH in women’s education requires an understanding of how it impacts different aspects of girls’ lives, thereby determining whether or not they can or will continue their studies.

Lack of Awareness

 

Lack of awareness makes for a major problem in India’s menstrual hygiene scenario. Indian Council for Medical Research’s 2011-12 report stated that only 38 per cent menstruating girls in India spoke to their mothers about menstruation. Many mothers were themselves unaware what menstruation was, how it was to be explained to a teenager and what practices could be considered as menstrual hygiene management. Schools were not very helpful either as schools in rural areas refrained from discussing menstrual hygiene. A 2015 survey by the Ministry of Education found that in 63% schools in villages, teachers never discussed menstruation and how to deal with it in a hygienic manner.

Menstruation

Another crucial aspect of girls’ health that determines their school participation is menstruation and if toilets, sanitation, water, and other related facilities are available to accommodate them. Most girls drop out of school when they begin their period or do not attend the days they get their period because of unsatisfactory infrastructure and menstrual waste management.

 

Schools that do have toilets must maintain a sanitised and hygienic environment since poor menstrual management can lead to health issues like UTI’s (which can create kidney problems), genital tract infections, bacterial vaginosis, alteration in pH balance of secretions, etc.

 

The need for schools to engage with menstruation among adolescent girls goes beyond the existence of washrooms. Schools also need to educate their students about menstruation and work to dismantle the connotations and stigma around it. This will further encourage girls to attend school and will enable them to better contribute to themselves and society.

 

What can you do to help solve this problem?

Accelerate sanitation coverage in rural areas. Generate a push from the people to get facilities rather than expect the Government to do it (demand-led promotion). Focus on intensive education and awareness campaigns to ensure that people understand the need for safe sanitation.

Another way to solve this problem is to donate money

How can you donate money?

Our organization helps young people in areas of India . We will do everything to solve this problem

 



HEEALS We believe that by starting small and working with one community at a time, we can begin to make changes that will spread gradually throughout India, all the while working hard to create and maintain a self-sustaining society. We aim to facilitate the fulfilment of the millennium development goals, set out by the United Nations, by ensuring that every household in India has unimpeded access to proper WASH facilities.

 Written by volunteer- coordinator JanylKenenbaeva

Email:communications@heeals.org

Whatsapp : +91-7982316660

 

 

 Used links:

https://water.org/our-impact/where-we-work/india/#:~:text=Out%20of%20its%20population%20of,safely%20managed%20household%20sanitation%20facilities.

https://www.youthkiawaaz.com/2021/07/why-wash-is-needed-for-girls-education-in-india/

https://www.indiawaterportal.org/topics/rural-sanitation

Friday, 1 September 2023

Early Childhood Pregnancy: A Complex Issue with Far-Reaching Consequences

 

Early Childhood Pregnancy: A Complex Issue with Far-Reaching Consequences

-By Bhavana 

Early childhood pregnancy, often referred to as adolescent pregnancy, is a global concern with

significant social, health, and economic implications. This phenomenon involves young girls

becoming pregnant and giving birth before the age of 20. Although the rates of early childhood

pregnancy have been declining in many developed countries, it remains a pressing issue in

various parts of the world.


Physical Complications

Early childhood pregnancy poses substantial health risks for young mothers. Adolescents are

more likely to experience complications during pregnancy and childbirth due to their bodies not

being fully developed. These complications can include:

 

• High blood pressure

• Anemia

• Preeclampsia

• Low birth weight

• Premature birth

• Obstetric fistula

Babies born to adolescent mothers are also more likely to have health problems, such as low birth weight and preterm birth. These factors increase the risk of neonatal mortality and long- term health problems for the child.

Emotional Complications

Adolescent pregnancy can result in significant psychological stress for the young mother. Coping

with the physical demands of pregnancy and the responsibilities of motherhood at a young age

can lead to anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues. Adolescent mothers often face stigma and social isolation from their peers and communities. This can result in feelings of shame and inadequacy, further exacerbating their emotional distress. 

Societal Complications

Early childhood pregnancy is closely associated with poverty. Young mothers often struggle to

support themselves and their children financially, leading to a cycle of poverty that can persist

for generations. Adolescent mothers often have fewer opportunities for personal and professional

development. They may have limited access to healthcare, education, and employment, which

can perpetuate the cycle of poverty. The healthcare costs associated with adolescent pregnancy

and its complications can strain healthcare systems and public resources. This affects not only

the young mothers but also the broader society.

Addressing the Issue

Early childhood pregnancy is a complex issue with far-reaching consequences. It poses physical,

emotional, and societal complications that have a lasting impact on both the young mothers and

their children. To address this issue, comprehensive efforts are needed, including:

 • Improved access to sexual education, family planning, and healthcare services for

adolescents.

• Tackling the root causes of early childhood pregnancy, such as poverty and gender

inequality.

• Investing in programs that support young mothers and their families.

Only through concerted efforts can we mitigate the complications associated with early

childhood pregnancy and promote the well-being of young girls and their communities.

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Tuesday, 29 August 2023

Dropout because of child marriage in India

 

Dropout because of child marriage in India!

Of the over 21,800 girls who had dropped out of school before the 2019-20 school year, just over 13% girls did so as they were required for house work and almost 7% did so as they were married off even though child marriage is illegal

Early marriages and chores at home are key reasons why girls drop out of school, The National Family Health Survey-5 (2019-21) indicates. Of the over 21,800 girls who had dropped out of school before the 2019-20 school year, just over 13% girls did so as they were required for house work and a lmost 7% did so as they were married off even though child marriage is illegal. When it comes to paid work, the percentage of boys who dropped out for work is higher when compared to girls. A total of 21,851 girls and 20,084 boys had dropped out of school before the 2019- 20 school year.


How does child marriage affect education in India?

Child marriage ends childhood.  It negatively influences children’s rights to education, health and protection. These consequences impact not just the girl directly, but also her family and community.

A girl who is married as a child is more likely to be out of school and not earn money and contribute to the community. She is more likely to experience domestic violence and become infected with HIV/AIDS. She is more likely to have children when she is still a child. There are more chances of her dying due to complications during pregnancy and childbirth. Estimates suggest that each year, at least 1.5 million girls under 18 get married in India. Nearly 16 per cent adolescent girls aged 15-19 are currently married.

While the prevalence of girls getting married before age 18 has declined from 47 per cent to 27 per cent between 2005-2006 and 2015-2016 it is still too high.

The significant progress in the reduction of child marriages in India has contributed to a large extent to the global decrease in the prevalence of the practice. The decline may be the result of multiple factors such as increased literacy of mothers, better access to education for girls, strong legislation and migration from rural areas to urban centres.  Increased rates of girls’ education, proactive government investments in adolescent girls, and strong public messaging around the illegality of child marriage and the harm it causes are also among the reasons for the shift.

How does child marriage affect health?

A girl who marries early is more likely to give birth before her body is ready, presenting complications that will jeopardize her health for the rest of her life.

Impact of child marriage on Indian economy

Due to dropouts because of child marriage  many students lose opportunity to earn money and raise economy of India. Child marriage negatively affects the Indian economy and can lead to an intergenerational cycle of poverty. Girls and boys married as children more likely lack the skills, knowledge and job prospects needed to lift their families out of poverty and contribute to their country’s social and economic growth. Early marriage leads girls to have children earlier and more children over their lifetime, increasing economic burden on the household.

Child marriage is estimated to cost economies at least 1.7 percent of their GDP. It increases total fertility of women by 17 percent, which hurts developing countries battling high population growth. As per IRCW study, the welfare benefit in ending child marriage is estimated to be $22.1 billion globally in the first year (2015). This number increases to $566 billion annually by 2030, for a cumulative welfare benefit of more than $4 trillion. Considering how one out of three such marriages happen in India, this impact is huge on India. Decreased household sizes would lead to an increased availability of funds which then could be used to pay for food, education, health care and other expenses for other members of the household.

Child marriage and mental health

Five of the studies included in our review estimated the effect of child marriage on various aspects of mental health. These studies relied on cross-sectional data collected from Ghana, Iran, Ethiopia, Niger and the United States. Women in the United States who married before the age of 18 were more likely to report experiencing a wide range of mood, anxiety, and other psychiatric disorders in adulthood when compared to those who married at later ages .The authors of a small study from a single county in Iran found that women who married as children reported more depressive symptoms than those who married at the age of 18 or older .John, Edmeades, and Murithi examined the relationship between child marriage and multiple domains of psychological well-being in Niger and Ethiopia . The authors found that marriage before the age of 16 was correlated with poorer overall psychological well-being, but no evidence that marriage between the ages of 16 and 17 was associated with poorer outcomes when compared to women who married at the age of 18 or later . In Ghana, child marriage seemed to protect against measures of stress. The Ghanaian study also found no indication of differences in levels of social support between women who married before the age of 18 and those who married after their 18th birthdays, though these odds ratio estimates were very imprecise

How to stop it ?

Contact a women cell of local police. ...

File for Domestic Violence under PWDW Act. ...

Contact National commission for women. ...

Contact a lawyer. ...

Suit for annulment of marriage in district court or family court.

What to do if you do not live in India?

If you want to help kids in India and stop child marriage you can donate to our organization and we will do everything we can to stop child marriage in India

HEEALS organization

We believe that by starting small and working with one community at a time, we can begin to make changes that will spread gradually throughout India, all the while working hard to create and maintain a self-sustaining society. We aim to facilitate the fulfilment of the millennium development goals, set out by the United Nations, by ensuring that every household in India has unimpeded access to proper WASH facilities.

Heeals was built by a core team of committed executive committee, the member and staff member, who collectively have extensive experience in rural, urban and social development in India. Most of the founding staff is working voluntarily or semi-voluntary.



Email:communication@heeals.org

Whatsapp: +91-7982316660

Written by Kenenbaeva Janyl


We are looking for CSR /Companies and Organization To Support Our Projects. 

Volunteer /Internship Program Is Open.



Used resources:

https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/girls-drop-out-of-schools-due-to-early-marriage-house-work/articleshow/92195487.cms

https://www.vowforgirls.org/aboutchildmarriage?gclid=Cj0KCQjwi7GnBhDXARIsAFLvH4lQXFqdBIWjUXs4wcnUnnKC3TWbL4I9EuP7is6CX3SoOpYH5bKARhkaAv84EALw_wcB

https://www.insightsonindia.com/social-justice/issues-related-to-children/child-marriage/impact-of-child-marriage-on-indian-economy/

https://bmcpublichealth.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12889-022-12707-x#:~:text=Women%20in%20the%20United%20States,at%20later%20ages%20%5B21%5D.

https://www.legalserviceindia.com/legal/article-3584-family-pressure-of-marriage-on-daughter-and-indian-laws-.html

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