11 Year-Old Yemeni Girl Gives Profound Monologue On Arranged Marriage: I'd Rather Kill Myself

[The Straight Story]

11 Year-Old Yemeni Girl Gives Profound Monologue On Arranged Marriage: I'd Rather Kill Myself

A video posted to LiveLeak today features a profound monologue by an 11 year-old Yemeni girl whose family attempted to force her into an arranged marriage.

Nada Al-Ahdal says she fled to her uncle’s house, and that people close to her have threatened to kill her if she does not get married. Arranged marriages at a young age are common in that region.

A common response, says Ahdal, is for those kids to commit suicide.

“It’s not [the kids'] fault. I’m not the only one. It can happen to any child.”

“Some children decided to throw themselves into the sea, they’re dead now. They have killed our dreams, they have killed everything inside us. There’s nothing left. There is no upbringing. This is criminal, this is simply criminal.”

http://au.businessinsider.com/nada-al-ahdal-arranged-marriage-rather-kill-myself-2013-7

[PDJane]

1. And that is a very bright, articulate 11-year-old.

Potential on the hoof; I hope she remains alive to live that potential.

[oberliner]

7. Amen

Agree on all counts.

[Brickbat]

2. Here's hoping she doesn't become a target.

Courage and love to Nada. K&R.

[eissa]

3. What a brave girl

It's not easy for females to stand up in some socities. Hope she has someone advocating for her.

[XemaSab]

4. Such a brave little girl

I wish I had a fraction of her courage.

[smirkymonkey]

5. Holy shit! That poor girl.

I hope she stays safe. I pity all girls and women in that country.

[Auntie Bush]

6. I have a granddaughter that age and I cannot imagine her married.

She is still such a little girl! Hasn't even developed breasts yet or had her period!