Force marriage
Forced marriage is a violation of human rights. Many girls and young women in Germany are affected by this phenomenon. A forced marriage is a marriage which is entered involuntarily by at least one of the spouses. This is often enforced under massive pressure. This pressure may range from psychological pressure to physical violence and up to murder threats. What many people don't know is that a forced marriage is not dictated by (a certain) religion. There are also Christian families in which the forced marriage is quite common.
Affected women may seek help under the contacts indicated on the right. Further contact details are also listed under women's refugees.
Here you may find useful information as a specialist or affected person.
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