Our Common future-The Clean Environment

    Climate Change and Forced Marriages in Pakistan: How Environmental Disasters Are Impacting Girls' Rights Climate change is increasingly recognized as a significant factor exacerbating social issues, particularly in vulnerable regions like Pakistan. The country has been severely impacted by a series of environmental disasters, including catastrophic floods and extreme heatwaves, which have not only devastated infrastructure and livelihoods but also intensified existing inequalities. Among the most affected are girls and young women, who face heightened risks of forced marriages as families grapple with economic instability and social disruption. In the wake of climate-induced crises, families may resort to marrying off daughters at an early age as a perceived means of economic relief or social security. This trend is particularly alarming given that the UN estimates that 80% of those displaced by climate change are women, highlighting their vulnerability in times of crisis....