Forced Marriages
Many women forced into a marriage can suffer for many years from domestic violence. Those who have escaped a forced marriage
often live in fear of their own families who will go to great lengths to locate them and ensure their return.
The difference between arranged and forced marriage:
- In arranged marriages the families of both spouses take a leading role in arranging the marriage, but the choice whether to accept the arrangement remains with the individuals.
- In forced marriage at least one party does not consent to the marriage and some element of duress is involved.
For more information please go to the following websites:
Forced Marriages Leaflet
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