In December 2022, PODA started implementation of a comprehensive program to address the issue of early marriages of Girls and its impact on their Right to Education and Access to SRHR. The project aims at increasing the minimum age of marriage for girls from 16 to 18 years. The project will be implemented in 41 districts of the Punjab province in Pakistan. By reducing early marriages, girls can pursue higher education and career opportunities, and gain greater control over their lives. This creates a ripple effect that promotes gender equality, empowering women and girls to become leaders in their communities and contribute to the society.