95 births of minors - and that's not all: The harsh findings in the report on child marriage in Yavne'el

A committee report reveals that within five years, 95 minors gave birth in Yavne'el, out of a population of 5,000. These are teenagers from the Breslov Hasidic community, where marriage at a young age is a religious goal. The committee recommends enforcement and supervision measures.

A committee report investigating the phenomenon of child marriage in Yavne'el reveals that within five years, 95 minors gave birth in the community, out of a population of 5,000. The report focuses on teenagers aged 15-17 from the Breslov Hasidic community, where marriage at a young age is defined as a religious and educational goal. The ceremonies are held in secret, marriages are not registered, and minors are registered as single mothers. In 2020, four cases were opened, three were closed due to lack of evidence; in 2026, nine cases were opened for investigation. The committee warns of concerns about sex offenses and human trafficking. The Ministry of Education's supervision of Haredi institutions in the community is defined as low. Recommendations include a government decision, a national steering committee, and a dedicated police unit.