A “Career Festival” was held on Tuesday, 4 November, at Begumganj Pilot Government High School to raise awareness among adolescents about preventing child marriage and promoting education, dreams, and life opportunities. Organized under the leadership of Sagorika Samaj Unnayan Sangstha, the event was graced by UNFPA Representative Catherine Breen Kamkong as the chief guest, along with local administration officials, ActionAid Bangladesh representatives, women affairs, social welfare, and youth development officers, teachers, and students. Speakers highlighted that child marriage leads to increased risks of violence, maternal mortality, and child health complications, emphasizing collective responsibility to prevent child marriage and support girls’ education and aspirations.
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