Meadow Walker Thornton-Allan Instagram – As an 8-year-old, I found joy in the ocean, my friends, art, dancing and was free to laugh, learn and explore. Sadly, every single day thousands of 8-year-old girls like Iman* in Yemen and all over the world who become child brides are denied a childhood full of joy and free from danger. That’s why today, on the International Day of the Girl Child, I’m joining @UNFPA to call attention to the harmful practice of child marriage. Head to the link in my bio to see Iman’s story and find out how you can take action to help #EndChildMarriage. *Name changed for privacy and protection. Photos are for representational purposes only. #DayOfTheGirl #GlobalGoals