UN Report: 21 Million Adolescent Girls Become Mothers Annually in Developing Countries

The UN Human Rights Office reports that 12.3 million girls aged 10-19 became mothers in 2025, often unprepared. Poverty, race, education, location, and conflict exacerbate risks. Preventable maternal mortality is higher for adolescent mothers, and many lack access to contraception.

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