Marriage over education impacts girls

The article discusses the impact of some Syrian families' decisions to delay or stop girls' education in favor of marriage. Some families consider marriage to be the most important form of stability in a girl's life, while others believe that education is essential for building her future and developing her abilities. The article explains that cultural and social beliefs—such as reinforcing traditional gender roles and parental expectations—significantly influence girls' opportunities to learn, especially in environments lacking adequate social support and proper educational institutions. It points out that restricting a woman's role to marriage and motherhood stems from inherited beliefs, which diminish self-confidence, independence, and limit employment opportunities and economic stability for girls eager to pursue education. The article recommends transforming these beliefs through dialogue and awareness campaigns, emphasizing that education greatly enhances women's psychological and social competencies, helps build more stable families, and underscores the importance of implementing awareness programs and policies that support girls' right to education, reducing dropout rates and early marriage.

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