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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NSPCC

Protect & Respect

Works with children age 11 to 19 who are experiencing/ at risk of child sexual exploitation. A free service that offers

  • 1-1 support for young people & parents/ carers
  • Group work programmes in schools and other settings
  • Training/ consultations for professionals

In Ctrl

A group work programme for children age 9 to 13 that aims to prevent online child sexual abuse advice and guidance to parents/carers on online safety, managing screen time and routines during COVID-19, as well as supporting children emotionally

Contact

For safeguarding training, resources and consultancy

Tel: 0116 234 7246

Help for children and young people

Tel: 0800 1111

Help for adults concerned about a child

Tel: 0808 8005 000

For more information, visit the NSPCC website. 

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