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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.

Find out how to get help

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Forward (Foundation for Women's Health Research and Development)

Forward is a leading African diaspora women’s campaign and support organisation, committed to gender equality and safeguarding the rights of African girls and women.

They work through partnerships in the UK, Europe and Africa to transform lives, tackling discriminatory practices that affect the dignity and wellbeing of girls and women. One of their focuses is FGM.

Contact

Monday to Friday, 9:30am to 5:30pm

Tel: 020 8960 4000

Email: Support@forwarduk.org.uk

For more information, visit the Forward website.

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