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The Age of Runaway Iranian Girls Decreased to 13 Years

Feb 8, 2026 February 8, 2026 1 min read 📰 VOA Persian
📋 Key Takeaway

The age at which girls in Iran are running away has decreased to 13 years, reflecting a troubling trend in social issues. In the first half of the current year, 876 runaway girls were reported, an increase from 734 the previous year. This situation highlights the growing concerns regarding the welfare of young girls in Iran.

🔍 Quick Context Guide
💡 Bottom Line: The alarming trend of younger girls running away in Iran underscores significant social challenges that need urgent attention.

👥 Key Players

Hassan Alamolhodaei MENTIONED
Deputy for Social Affairs of the Iranian Welfare Organization
"He is responsible for addressing social issues in Iran, particularly those affecting vulnerable populations like young girls."
Iranian Welfare Organization MENTIONED
Government agency
"This organization plays a crucial role in managing social welfare and addressing issues related to social harms in Iran."

📰 What Happened

The age at which girls in Iran are running away has decreased to 13 years, with a reported increase in the number of runaway girls. In the first half of the current year, 876 cases were recorded, up from 734 the previous year.

  • The age of runaway girls has decreased to 13 years.
  • There was a 20% increase in reported cases of runaway girls compared to the previous year.

💡 Why It Matters

🇮🇷 For Iran: This situation highlights the growing concerns about the welfare and safety of young girls in Iran, pointing to deeper social problems.
🌍 Regional: The trend may reflect broader regional issues related to women's rights and social justice.
🌐 International: International observers may view this as a sign of deteriorating social conditions in Iran, raising concerns about human rights.

📚 Background

Iran has been facing increasing social issues, particularly regarding women's rights and child welfare, which are often exacerbated by economic and political factors.

Women's rights in Iran Child welfare and protection
📡 Source: STATE MEDIA
📊 Confidence: 70%
As a state media outlet, Mehr News Agency may present information that aligns with government perspectives, potentially downplaying the severity of social issues.

The age of runaway Iranian girls has decreased to 13 years. Social harms in Iran are facing an increasing trend every year, particularly regarding runaway girls and abused women, showing a 20% growth in the year 82 compared to the previous year. According to the Mehr News Agency, Hassan Alamolhodaei, the Deputy for Social Affairs of the Iranian Welfare Organization, announced that in the first six months of the current year, 876 runaway girls were received and organized in health houses of the Welfare Organization, while this figure was 734 in the first six months of the previous year. Furthermore, the age of runaway girls has decreased to 13 years.

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