2019 EN
A Qualitative Study on the Underlying Social Norms and Economic Causes that Lead to Child Marriage in Jordan
This study explores the underlying social norms and economic factors that sustain the practice of child marriage in Jordan. Conducted in collaboration with UNICEF Jordan and the University of Edinburgh, the research examines how community expectations, economic pressures, gender roles, and institutional responses interact to shape decisions around early marriage. Using qualitative methods, the study draws on 50 focus group discussions and 30 in-depth interviews with a wide range of stakeholders, including adolescents aged 12–17, parents and extended family members, policymakers, professionals, religious leaders, refugees, and Dom community members.