19th June 2024
Honour Based Abuse (HBA) is a silent epidemic, often overlooked in governmental strategies aimed at responding to Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG). This hidden harm remains underrepresented in official initiatives to address VAWG.
In response, the specialist sector has united to demand change through our ‘HBA’ General Election manifesto.
This manifesto calls for a comprehensive approach to tackle HBA, focusing on three key areas: a statutory definition and guidance, ring fenced funding for HBA specialist services, and stronger governmental accountability.
It is imperative that the next government addresses these issues with urgency and commitment. Failure to act swiftly not only perpetuates harm but also actively contributes to it.
