Wednesday, December 19, 2007


Under-Age Marriage Picture Wins UNICEF Prize

It shows Mohammed, 40, with his new 11-year-old wife, Ghulam. Taken by US photographer Stephanie Sinclair, it was named Unicef Photo of the Year yesterday.

The image hardly fits our idea of the happy couple's wedding picture - but this haunting photograph taken in Afghanistan graphically captures life for millions of girls given in marriage while under age.

Absolutely revolting. Click on the graphic for larger view. The fear in the girl's eyes is so disturbing. (via: Shakesville)

Posted by Sudeaux Lux at 12/19/2007 11:54:00 AM
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