Forced marriage and school holidays

As the school holidays approach and travel restrictions are lifted, there is a risk of children being taken abroad, and being forced to marry. Forced marriage is illegal.

We need to stay alert to Signs of children and young people being in potential danger of Forced Marriage. It is important to act quickly, without alerting family members or friends who may be part of the plans.

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Support services for LGBT victims and survivors

LGBT+ individuals experiencing domestic abuse often face unique barriers to seeking help, including fear of discrimination, lack of inclusive services, and concerns about being outed. Specialist LGBT+ services provide safe, confidential, and affirming spaces, offering tailored advocacy, emotional support, housing assistance, and access to legal and healthcare resources. Many also provide peer support and counselling to reduce isolation and rebuild wellbeing.

Professionals across all sectors must recognise these specific needs, actively signpost to inclusive services, and ensure every survivor feels seen, heard, and supported—regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

Services that provide specialist support to members of the LGBT+ community.

Support services

  1. LGBT Domestic Abuse Partnership (DAP)
    Description
    Support services for LGBT victims and survivors
  2. London Friend
    Description
    Support services for LGBT victims and survivors
  3. Loving Me
    Description
    Support services for LGBT victims and survivors
  4. Galop - National LGBT Domestic Abuse helpline
    Description
    Support services for Domestic abuse, and LGBT victims and survivors
  5. East London Out Project (ELOP)
    Description
    Support services for LGBT victims and survivors
  6. Childline
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    Emergency out of hours service, and support for children & young people
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VAWG service directory

You can find lots of other useful services on the Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) service directory homepage.