On 13 July, the Edisan Trust organized a Child Marriage Awareness Program at Avinashi Block. This initiative was part of the Trust’s ongoing efforts to work with communities to dismantle the inequitable systems and beliefs that lead to child and forced marriages. The program emphasized that forced child marriage is a serious violation of human rights, highlighting the daily reality faced by many women and girls around the world who are married off against their will. Key highlights of the event included: Raising awareness about the social, emotional, and legal consequences of child marriage Encouraging community dialogue to challenge harmful traditional practices Facilitating the inclusion and active participation of children, empowering them to speak out and become part of the solution This event reflects Edisan Trust’s commitment to protecting children's rights and promoting gender equality.