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    Child Marriage

    The protection of human rights was a fundamental principle in the creation of the United States over 200 years ago. Since then, promoting respect for…

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    Climate Change

    The United States Special Envoy for Climate Change reports directly to the Secretary of State. As the administration’s chief climate negotiator, the special envoy plays a central role in…

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    Conflict Diamonds

    The Department of State, through the Office of Threat Finance Countermeasures, helps to coordinate the U.S. commitments to the Kimberley Process. Through its commitment to upholding the…