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    Hindu priests are now helping to combat child marriage in Nepal
    By Temple of Understanding
    In Articles, Child Advocacy, What's New, Women's Initiatives
    Posted Nov 12, 2017

    Hindu priests are now helping to combat child marriage in Nepal

    Imagine your birth certificate being the only thing that can stop you from becoming a child bride. A piece of paper that could change the course of your life.In Nepal, a girl's cheena, or [...]

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    Hindu priests are now helping to combat child marriage in Nepal
    By Temple of Understanding
    In Child Advocacy, What's New
    Posted Nov 12, 2016

    Hindu priests are now helping to combat child marriage in Nepal

    In a remote far western part of Nepal, some of these religious leaders are using their standing in traditional communities to educate families about the consequences of child marriage.

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