What Does This Course Cover?
Our one-hour Basic Awareness course equips professionals with essential knowledge about Honour Based Abuse and Forced Marriage. It includes an introduction to Karma Nirvana and our services, covering critical topics such as:
- Understanding Honour-Based Abuse
- Understanding Terminology and Legal Definitions
- The Impact of Harmful Practices
- Influence of Family, Community, and Societal Nuances
- Differentiating Arranged Marriages from Forced Marriages
- Introduction to Latest Child Marriage Law
- Legislative Changes
- Identification of Criminal Offences
- Recognising Barriers for Victims Experiencing HBA
- Prevalence of HBA and Harmful Practices Across the UK
- Understanding Terminology and Legal Definitions
- The Role of Perpetrators and Multi-Perpetrator Dynamics
- Best Practice Including Signposting to Relevant Services
By the end of the course, you will:
- Gain foundational knowledge about Honour Based Abuse and Forced Marriage.
- Enhance awareness and understanding of honour-related dynamics.
- Identify potential warning signs and intervene effectively.
- Learn strategies to support victims and navigate challenging situations.
Who is this course for?
This Beginner’s Insight course is designed for professionals who may come into contact with individuals at risk of Honour Based Abuse (HBA), Forced Marriage, or other harmful practices. It is aimed at organisations who wish to build a foundational understanding of these topics, and provides an introduction to HBA and Forced Marriage.
It is particularly relevant for:
- Education professionals (teachers, safeguarding leads, pastoral staff)
- Healthcare workers (GPs, nurses, midwives, mental health staff)
- Social workers and safeguarding teams
- Police and criminal justice professionals
- Charity and voluntary sector workers
- Housing and local authority staff
- Frontline support workers and helpline teams
- Anyone working in a public-facing or safeguarding role
No prior knowledge of HBA or Forced Marriage is required. Whether you’re new to the subject or want to refresh your understanding, this one-hour course provides a clear and accessible foundation to help you identify risk, respond appropriately, and better support those affected.
This course is for organisations wishing to train groups within their organisation on Honour Based Abuse and Forced Marriage. If your role involves safeguarding responsibilities or supporting vulnerable individuals, this course is for you.
Delivery Format:
- Interactive presentation
- Brief Q&A session
- Online only