Komar University Hosts Symposium on Early Marriage and Its Long-Term Consequences

Komar University of Science and Technology held a symposium today titled “Early Marriage and Its Consequences: Long-Term Effects on Well-Being and Divorce Risk.” The event brought together academics, practitioners, and community members to discuss the global and local dimensions of early marriage, with a particular focus on how it affects long-term well-being and contributes to divorce risk.

The symposium opened with welcoming remarks emphasizing the importance of addressing early marriage through research and informed dialogue. The first presentation by Dr. Shahla Ali offered a global perspective on early marriage, outlining international trends and examining the broader social, psychological, and economic impacts. This was followed by a presentation by Mr. Mr. Bwar Kosar M. Amin who focused on recent data from Sulaimani, shedding light on the relationship between early marriage and rising divorce cases in the region.

A panel discussion moderated by Dr. Shahla Ali Ahmed, faculty member in Counseling Psychology at KUST, brought together specialists from the fields of social work, law, and medicine. Panelists shared insights from their professional experience dealing with family cases, legal procedures, and the medical consequences associated with early marriage.

Throughout the event, speakers stressed the need for community awareness, supportive interventions, and policies that prioritize the well-being, rights, and future stability of young people.