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Position Statement: Forced Marriage

Every individual, irrespective of race, gender, religion, class, cultural background or personal beliefs has the right to choose when and whom they wish to marry.  Yet, for millions of women and girls around the world, whether due to familial and communal pressure, the misuse of religious teachings or economic necessity, this is not the case…

The entire statement can be downloaded here.

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