#71 How Women Are Trapped in Marriage When Divorce Isn’t an Option

Did you know there are still places in the world where divorce is completely illegal—and leaving a marriage can cost women their freedom, finances, and safety?In this Mini Episode, Heather Quick breaks down a powerful TIME Magazine report on the Philippines, one of only two places globally where divorce remains illegal. Through the story of Haidee Dela Guerra, we explore how outdated marriage laws keep women legally bound long after relationships have ended—and why this isn’t just a legal issue, but a human rights and economic justice issue.In this episode, you’ll learn:The critical legal differences between annulment, legal separation, and divorce—and why they matterHow strict proof requirements and high costs disproportionately impact women and abuse survivorsWhy the ability to legally exit marriage is essential to autonomy, safety, and gender equalityListen now to understand how the absence of divorce laws can trap individuals for life—and why legal freedom matters far beyond borders.Link to the article: https://time.com/7342782/philippines-divorce-illegal-congress-bills-catholic-church-annulment-womens-rights/ Interested in working with us? Fill out this form here to get started.Not quite ready? Interact with us on socials!Linktree- https://linktr.ee/FloridaWomensLawGroup Florida Women’s Law Group Website- https://www.floridawomenslawgroup.com/Women Winning Divorce is supported by Florida Women’s Law Group.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not an advertisement for legal services. The information provided on this podcast is not intended to be legal advice. You should not rely on what you hear on this podcast as legal advice. If you have a legal issue, please contact a lawyer. The views and opinions expressed by the hosts and guests are solely those of the individuals and do not represent the views or opinions of the firms or organizations with which they are affiliated or the views or opinions of this podcast’s advertisers. This podcast is available for private, non-commercial use only. Any editing, reproduction, or redistribution of this podcast for commercial use or monetary gain without the expressed, written consent of the podcast’s creator is prohibited.Thank you for listening, please leave us a review and share the podcast with your friends and colleagues. Send your questions, comments, and feedback to [email protected].