Arab League Calls for Joint Efforts to Protect Girls' Rights and Combat Child Marriage

The Arab League called on Sunday for concerted Arab efforts to protect girls’ rights and enhance their opportunities in education, health, protection, and empowerment, while combating the phenomenon of child marriage.

In a statement marking the International Day of the Girl Child, observed annually on October 11, the Arab League stated that eradicating child marriage requires integrating legislative, social, and economic efforts and addressing the root causes of this practice, foremost among which are poverty, school dropout, and inequality, alongside raising awareness of children’s rights and supporting families and communities.

In this context, the League reaffirmed its continued cooperation with member states and relevant regional and international organizations to support policies and programs aimed at protecting girls, ending harmful practices, and promoting their right to education, safe growth, and participation in shaping their future.

The Arab League renewed its commitment to supporting Arab efforts to build a safe environment, a dignified life, and a better future for every girl, thereby contributing to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals, particularly those related to eliminating harmful practices, including child marriage.