The National Council for Childhood and Motherhood has intervened to prevent a 16-year-old girl from being married in the Beheira governorate of Egypt. The council's General Administration for Child Rescue received a report from a concerned citizen about the girl's father planning to marry her off informally to one of his acquaintances in the same village. The council's head, Dr. Sahar El-Senbati, immediately directed the report to the Beheira governorate's Child Protection Unit to verify the situation and take necessary actions.
After investigating the report, the Child Protection Unit found the situation to be genuine and took necessary measures to prevent the marriage. The unit obtained pledges from the girl's father not to proceed with the wedding until she reaches the legal age, ensuring her protection from the risks of early marriage and safeguarding her rights. Dr. Sahar El-Senbati emphasized that protecting children from all forms of exploitation and abuse is a top priority for the council.
Despite the initial pledges, the council's General Secretary, Dr. Wael Abdel Razek, revealed that the girl's father still intended to proceed with the marriage. The council immediately informed the Public Prosecutor's Office, which initiated investigations into the case and took necessary legal actions to protect the girl from harm. The council continues to work with relevant authorities to ensure the girl's safety and well-being.
The National Council for Childhood and Motherhood has urged citizens to report any cases of child marriage or practices that put children at risk. The council operates a child rescue hotline (16000) and a WhatsApp service (01102121600) for reporting such cases. The council's efforts aim to prevent child marriage, which poses significant legal, social, psychological, and health risks to children.
The council's intervention in this case demonstrates its commitment to protecting children's rights and preventing exploitation. Child marriage is a serious violation of children's rights and can have long-lasting, devastating effects on their lives. The council's work with government agencies and community partners is crucial in preventing such cases and promoting a safe and protective environment for children.
The National Council for Childhood and Motherhood has expressed gratitude to the Public Prosecutor's Office and the Beheira governorate's Child Protection Unit for their cooperation and efforts in handling this case. The council's collaboration with these agencies has ensured the girl's protection and safeguarded her rights. The council will continue to monitor the situation to ensure the girl's well-being.
The prevention of the 16-year-old girl's marriage is a significant success for the National Council for Childhood and Motherhood. The council's prompt intervention has protected the girl from a potentially harmful situation and ensured her safety. The council's efforts serve as a reminder of the importance of reporting suspicious cases of child exploitation and abuse, and of the need for continued collaboration between government agencies and community partners to protect children's rights.
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- The National Council for Childhood and Motherhood intervened to prevent a 16-year-old girl's marriage in the Beheira governorate, ensuring her protection from early marriage and safeguarding her rights.
