UNHCR & Plan International Toolkit: Context analysis on child marriage in crises and forced displacement settings

This toolkit offers practical guidance for conducting context analyses to better understand child marriage practices and assess the capacity of staff and programs to respond in humanitarian settings. The primary goal is to inform and strengthen current services and shape future prevention and response efforts that align with on-the-ground realities. Context analyses also support advocacy by helping prioritize child marriage within broader humanitarian agendas based on its scale and impact.

Recognizing that child marriage—considered a form of gender-based violence—often intersects with deeply rooted cultural, religious, or traditional norms, the toolkit includes guidance for addressing these sensitive issues safely and ethically. It is designed to be adaptable across various humanitarian contexts, using a tiered approach based on available resources, capacities, and existing data.