The Tanzania Ending Child Marriage Network has emphasized the urgent need for policy reforms to raise the legal age of marriage for girls to 18 years amid concerns about child marriage in the country. Currently, the Law of Marriage Act of 1977 permits girls to marry below the age of 18, with provisions allowing marriage as early as 14 with court approval. This legal context highlights a significant gap in protections for young girls, who are often at risk of early marriage and the associated negative impacts on their education and health.

During a special youth forum in Dar es Salaam aimed at increasing awareness about child marriage and its detrimental effects, Irene Ernest, a representative from the Children's Dignity Forum, called for a shift in societal attitudes and legal framework to protect girls. She underscored the importance of girls' education as a crucial factor in combating child marriage. The forum served as a platform to educate the community about the need to change mindsets alongside legal reforms to ensure a brighter future for the girl child in Tanzania.

The movement led by the Tanzania Ending Child Marriage Network not only seeks to modify the existing laws but also advocates for widespread public awareness about the harmful effects of child marriage. By engaging communities and lawmakers in these discussions, the network aims to create a conducive environment for young girls to thrive without the pressures of early marriage, thus contributing to the overall development and well-being of the nation.