Police Ask Schools to Be on Alert as Number of Forced Marriages in Australia Increase
Police say forced marriage has historically been an under-reported crime in Australia and are asking schools to look for warning signs as students return.
Police Ask Schools to Be on Alert as Number of Forced Marriages in Australia Increase Reported cases of forced marriages in Australia have increased from 91 in 2023/24 to 118 in 2024/25. Commander Helen Schneider of the Australian Federal Police highlighted the critical role school communities can play in addressing this risk. Schools are encouraged to act as a frontline in efforts to end the practice of forced marriage.
- Reported forced marriages increased from 91 (2023/24) to 118 (2024/25).
- Australian schools are urged to be aware of the risk of forced marriage.
- Schools can play a frontline role in tackling forced marriage.
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