Knowledge and resources

This guidance note provides an overview of working within the Code of Practice when faced with complex and sensitive issues involving Female Genital Mutilation (FGM).

This resource provides guidance to members dealing with suspected cases of female genital mutilation (FGM). It provides screening questions, information on terminology and information about other useful organisations.

In a new series of columns from the Domestic Abuse Committee, we will look at some of the people and organisations active in this space. Here Dr Naheed Ghauri explains the role of Southall Black Sisters

As part of the National Conference 2024 programme, Dr Naheed Ghauri spoke with Dr Charlotte Proudman, an expert in the law on female genital mutilation (FGM), to help provide a broad background for family justice professionals to this prevalent and dangerous practice.

In a very sensitive and thought out judgment, Sir Andrew McFarlane P grapples with the very difficult and complex issues that often accompany forced marriage cases and the tension between the need for protection and love and loyalty to the family.

A forced marriage is one which takes place without the full and free consent of both parties.