Shilpi married Rashid a the age of fifteen. Marrying b daughters c an early age is a standard practice d many families living in rural Bangladesh. e her wedding, Shilpi joined a local empowerment group that provides her f the tools needed to gradually change cultural practices, particularly those pertaining g early marriage and pregnancy. The group's activities include discussions h how to change behaviour related i reproductive health as well as one-on-one counseling. Like Shilpi, many of the girls got assistance j this empowerment group.