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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Latin American Women's Rights Services

Offers advice, advocacy and practical support to Latin American women who are experiencing or have experienced Domestic Violence, Harmful practices, or any other form of violence. They provide practical support and advice to keep clients safe and to help them make informed decisions. Internal referrals can be made to the psychotherapy team as well as to welfare benefits, housing, and debt advisor.

They deliver specialist and generic one-to-one support to any woman living and/or working in Lambeth, Lewisham, Southwark, and Wandsworth. As part of the prevention strand they work with Tender and other partners to raise awareness about healthy and unhealthy relationships in young people and children.

Contact

Monday to Friday, 11am to 1pm

Tel: 0808 145 4909

Email: info@lawrs.org.uk

For more information, visit the Latin American Women’s Rights Services website.

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