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This Rudaw documentary follows the story of 37-year-old Payzee Mahmoud, a Kurdish woman who was married off at a young age. After escaping the marriage through divorce, she became an active campaigner against child marriage. Her sister was also a victim of child marriage.
The documentary also features interviews with women's rights groups and delves deeply into the issue of child marriage in the UK.
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Kurdish street musicians face growing pressure from Iranian authorities
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Rudaw Net
4 days ago
- Rudaw Net
Diverse Kurdish voices centre stage at Erbil citadel concert
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Rudaw Net
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I don't want a celebration
- Also in Culture Sweden Kurdish magazine aims to promote Kurdish literature Young people showcase musicial skills in Shingal Kurdish Arts and Culture Festival kicks off in Berlin Kurdish photographer showcasing kolbars wins World Press award A+ A- This Rudaw documentary follows the story of 37-year-old Payzee Mahmoud, a Kurdish woman who was married off at a young age. After escaping the marriage through divorce, she became an active campaigner against child marriage. Her sister was also a victim of child marriage. The documentary also features interviews with women's rights groups and delves deeply into the issue of child marriage in the UK.
