TED: A warrior’s cry against child marriage | Memory Banda

The transcript details the story of a young girl from Malawi, Irene, who wrote a poem about choosing when to marry. It highlights the cultural challenges faced by girls in Malawi, including initiation camps and early marriages. The speaker contrasts her life with her sister's, who became a young mother. She describes her efforts to change community norms and advocate for legal reforms to protect girls. The transcript ends with a call to action for continued advocacy and the importance of education and legal enforcement.

How does the speaker describe the poem written by Irene?

What is the title of Irene's poem?

What challenges did the speaker face growing up in Malawi?

What happened to the speaker's little sister?

What was the speaker's response to the pressure to attend initiation camps?

What actions did the speaker take to help other girls in her community?

What significant change occurred in the speaker's community regarding child marriage?

What was the outcome of the child marriage bill presented in February?

What does the speaker believe is necessary for girls to know their rights?

What message does the speaker convey about the role of male advocates?