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You do not have to work it out alone.

If something you have read has made you worried about yourself or somebody else, use the route that fits the situation. Do not confront a family, investigate or post private information online.

At school

Speak privately to a trusted adult

Ask to speak to a teacher, tutor, Head of Year or Designated Safeguarding Lead. You do not need to explain the concern in front of other pupils.

Specialist government advice

Forced Marriage Unit

For people at risk of forced marriage and people concerned about somebody else.

Telephone: 020 7008 0151
Email: fmu@fcdo.gov.uk

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Charity support

Freedom Charity

Freedom Charity provides support and signposting relating to forced marriage, FGM and dishonour abuse.

UK helpline: 0845 607 0133

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Immediate danger

Call 999

If somebody is in immediate danger or a crime is happening, call the emergency services.

Forced Marriage Unit and Freedom Charity contact information checked on 14 August 2026.