Forced Marriage (Adults)

Overview

This course will enable better detection and protection of adults at risk of forced marriage

Who is Forced Marriage (Adults) aimed at?

Those working with adults

Course Length

a half day which can be extended to a full day in more depth

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course delegates will be able to:- 

• Discuss the context of forced marriage and the social and political backdrop to diaspora communities.
• Examine the historical and cultural roots of forced marriage
• Identify safeguarding interventions and link to policy and procedure.
• Describe the nature of forced marriage in the context of Honour Based Abuse.
• Assess the international prevalence of forced marriage and how it impacts on communities in the UK.
• Describe the nature and forms of forced marraige and its links to violence against women and girls
• Explain the legal framework for forced marriage and learning from local/national CSPRS/ SARS and audits.
• Describe how to refer to specialist outreach services.