Table of Contents Page

  • Introduction
  • Definitions
  • Identifying Forced Marriage / Initial Report
  • Symptoms and Indicators
  • Female Genital Mutilation
  • One Chance Rule
  • Initial steps
  • Role of Children‟s Services
  • Role of Adult Services
  • Role of Domestic Violence Support Services
  • Role of the Police
  • Role of Schools and Colleges
  • Role of Health Professionals
  • Role of the Forced Marriage Unit
  • Legislation
  • Useful contacts
  • Appendix 2 – Flowchart for Adult Services
  • Appendix 3 – CAADA DASH Risk Assessment
  • Appendix 4 - MARAC Flowchart and Referral
  • Appendix 5 – Quick Reference Guide for all agencies