Use your voice to amplify Tahirih’s mission and further the fight against gender-based violence!  Are you passionate about social justice? Do you want to use your voice to help put […]

Hellitz Villegas joined Tahirih in 2018. As the Forced Marriage Initiative Project Associate, Hellitz provides direct services to individuals in the U.S. facing or fleeing forced marriage, responds to requests […]

We are moved to send a note of sincere thanks and to provide some perspective of challenges overcome and those we now face.

Casey Swegman joined Tahirih in 2013. As the Forced Marriage Initiative Project Manager, Casey oversees the provision of specialized social services and safety planning to individuals facing or fleeing forced […]

It’s that time of year again! The stores are filled with heart-shaped chocolate candy boxes, teddy bears, balloons, and flowers in every checkout lane. Street vendors are out with their customizable baskets, and social media is filled with ads […]

The News & Observer reported on a new bill that was introduced in the North Carolina legislature to better protect minors from the harms of child marriage.

Make your voice heard about a new proposed rule that would make it impossible for asylum seekers to get a fair shot at obtaining protection.