Human Rights Watch urges Somalia's parliament to reject amendments potentially weakening child rights protections, including FGM and lowering age of majority to 15.

Human Rights Watch urges Somalia's parliament to reject constitutional amendments that could weaken rights protections for children, including potentially permitting certain forms of female genital mutilation. Amendments under review suggest lowering the age of majority to 15 from 18, which may increase child marriage risks and lower juvenile justice standards. HRW calls for the government to meet international human rights commitments.

March 29, 2024
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