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National charity supporting victims of #HonourBasedAbuse #ForcedMarriage is a crime. Helpline: 0800 5999 247 info@karmanirvana.org.uk
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Tickets for our next Introductory Session are now available! 🌟

Book your ticket now and read more: 🔗 karmanirvana.org.uk/training/our...
Introductory Eventbrite Courses - Karma Nirvana
Our 2-hour Introductory Course is crafted to provide professionals with a foundational understanding of HBA and Forced Marriage.
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January 30, 2026 at 10:33 AM
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KN in LBC, covering a survivor's story. HBA is not a cultural tradition or religious practice; it is a form of abuse that can occur within any community, regardless of faith or background.

🔗https://www.lbc.co.uk/article/forced-marriage-survivor-story-uk-5HjdRDb_2/

#forcedmarriage #Honourbasedabuse
January 23, 2026 at 3:55 PM
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This week, we delivered our specialist 3-day training to the first cohort of officers at Northamptonshire Police.

We welcome Northamptonshire Police’s commitment to improving practice and closing safeguarding gaps.

#HonourBasedAbuse #ForcedMarriage #Safeguarding #PoliceTraining
January 22, 2026 at 4:47 PM
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You are not alone. 💜 If you’re facing Honour-Based Abuse or forced marriage and need someone to talk to, Karma Nirvana’s helpline is here for you.

📞 0800 5999 247 🕰️ Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm
Confidential and Free UK Helpline

#HonourBasedAbuse #Helpline #Support
January 21, 2026 at 4:58 PM
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We support Clause 191 alongside over 50 organisations, which would disapply existing abortion law from women acting in relation to their own pregnancy in England and Wales.

Read more on @bpas.bsky.social's website: 🔗 bpas-campaigns.org/campaigns/ti...

#TimeToAct
January 16, 2026 at 1:27 PM
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The festive season can be a difficult time. Our free UK HBA helpline will remain available, with adjusted opening hours.

📞 0800 5999 247 or email us: karmanirvana.org.uk/about/contac...

Support is here when you need it 💛

#Helpline #HonourBasedAbuse
December 19, 2025 at 3:02 PM
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Contribute to the national consultation for the new suite of e-learning modules, commissioned by the Home Office! ⭐

🔗https://karmanirvana.org.uk/news-item/karma-nirvana-launches-national-consultation-for-new-home-office-commissioned-hba-e-learning-programme/

Deadline 🎯: 5th January 2026
December 9, 2025 at 12:55 PM
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Day 8 of #16DaysofActivism - we were honoured to be invited to 10 Downing Street to discuss the government's strategy to halve #VAWG in a decade.

We were grateful for the opportunity to share our expertise and ensure #HBA and survivor voices are incorporated in the national conversation
December 2, 2025 at 3:51 PM
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We’re proud to share that Karma Nirvana has been commissioned by the Home Office to develop new national e-learning on Honour-Based Abuse.

🔗 Read more: karmanirvana.org.uk/news-item/ka...

#HonourBasedAbuse #Safeguarding #VAWG #Training #Elearning
Karma Nirvana Commissioned by the Home Office to Develop National E-Learning on Honour-Based Abuse - Karma Nirvana
Karma Nirvana has been commissioned by the Home Office to develop e-learning modules on Honour-Based Abuse
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November 11, 2025 at 1:10 PM
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The government’s latest Honour-Based Abuse (HBA) crime statistics suggest some progress, showing a 7% rise in recorded offences. But behind this apparent increase lies a more complicated story.

Read more: karmanirvana.org.uk/news-item/ka...

#data #homeoffice #honourbasedabuse
Karma Nirvana Responds to the Home Office’s 2025 Honour-Based Abuse Statistics - Karma Nirvana
The Home Office’s 2025 figures show a 7% rise in recorded Honour-Based Abuse offences, but closer analysis suggests inconsistencies, recording gaps, and a system still failing victims.
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November 7, 2025 at 3:41 PM
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🚨 Helpline Cases Up 35% Since 2021/22 — Latest Report from Karma Nirvana

Our latest annual data shows a 35% increase since 2021/22.

Read more and our full report on our website: karmanirvana.org.uk/news-item/he...

#data #honourbasedabuse #helpline
Helpline Cases Up 35% Since 2021/22 — Latest Report from Karma Nirvana - Karma Nirvana
Karma Nirvana Reports +35% Increase in Honour Based Abuse Cases from Annual Data Release
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October 30, 2025 at 2:49 PM
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This Diwali, we celebrate the light of courage that shines within every survivor and victim 🪔 May the festival of lights remind us that even in darkness, hope and strength endure.

Wishing a Happy Diwali to all, from everyone at Karma Nirvana. 💛

#HappyDiwali #HonourBasedAbuse
October 20, 2025 at 10:22 AM
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Our counselling referral places are now OPEN! We offer a safe and supportive space where survivors of HBA can access trauma-informed therapy.

💙 Confidential. Compassionate. Accessible.

🔗https://karmanirvana.org.uk/get-help/karma-nirvanas-counselling-service/

#counselling #HonourBasedAbuse
September 25, 2025 at 9:36 AM
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📢 We’re thrilled to announce that our Executive Director, Natasha Rattu, will join the panel for “Why do we need to talk about domestic abuse?” at this year's #LIFI!

🗓️ 16 October 2025
⏰ 7:30pm — 9:00pm
📍 Leeds Playhouse

🎟️ Tickets: leedsinternationalfestival.com/event/why-do...

#Leeds
Why do we need to talk about domestic abuse? | LIFI - Leeds International Festival of Ideas
Leeds International Festival of Ideas.
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September 16, 2025 at 9:37 AM
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🕊️ #WeRemember Shafilea Ahmed 🕊️

Today, we pause to honour the memory of Shafilea Ahmed, whose life was tragically cut short 22 years ago on this date.

We are deeply grateful to Shafilea’s friend Melissa for her dedication to keeping Shafilea's memory alive.

#WeRemember #HonourBasedAbuse
September 11, 2025 at 3:00 PM
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Today, #WeRemember Robina 🤍

On her birthday, we honour Robina, the sister of our founder Dame Jasvinder Sanghera. Robina’s memory is the reason Karma Nirvana exists, and her life continues to inspire our mission.

Happy Birthday Robina 💛

#HonourBasedAbuse
September 9, 2025 at 9:22 AM
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On Sunday, the UK government will send an emergency alert test to every mobile and tablet that's 4G and 5G compatible. The test will set off a loud siren-like alert for roughly 10 seconds, even if your device is on silent or do not disturb.

To make sure your device stays silent, follow this guide ⬇️
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If you have a secret or hidden phone, the government's Emergency Alerts could reveal your device, even if it's on silent or do not disturb.

The government is testing emergency alerts on Sunday 7 September. If you're worried this could reveal a phone, you can follow this guide to turn off the alerts
How to keep your phone safe from Emergency Alerts. Steps to secure your iPhone 1. Search your settings for 'emergency alerts' 2. Turn off 'Severe alerts' and 'Emergency alerts' 3. If this does not work, contact your device manufacturer. Steps to secure your Android: 1. Search your settings 'emergency alerts' 2. Turn off 'Severe alerts' and 'Emergency alerts' 3. On Huawei devices running EMUI 11 or older, search your settings for ‘emergency alerts’ and turn off 'Extreme threats', 'Severe threats', and 'Show amber alerts' 4. If this does not work, contact your device manufacturer. Other mobile phones and tablets: Depending on your software version or phone manufacturer, emergency alert settings may be called different names. They could be called 'wireless emergency alerts' or 'emergency broadcasts'. You can usually find these settings in one of the following ways. - Go to 'message', then 'message settings', then 'wireless emergency alerts', then 'alert' - Go to ‘settings’, then ‘sounds’, then ‘advanced’, then ‘emergency broadcasts’ - Go to ‘settings’, then ‘general settings’, then ‘emergency alerts’ Then turn off ‘severe alerts’, ‘extreme alerts’ and ‘test alerts’.
September 5, 2025 at 11:56 AM
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✨ Happy Birthday Fawziyah ✨

We remember her life, her light, and her legacy. Fawziyah’s story, told through The Push documentary, led to the creation of the #Push4Change campaign, calling for stronger protections for victims of Honour Based Abuse.

#WeRemember
September 4, 2025 at 2:53 PM
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🕯️ Today marks 4 years since the murder of Fawziyah Javed.

This video, part of our Day of Memory 2025 Memory Box created with her mother, Yasmin, honours Fawziyah for who she truly was, a beloved daughter, and light in the lives of so many

📽️ youtu.be/FB_F-HBNLuw

#WeRemember #FawziyahJaved
Fawziyah Javed - Memory Box - 2025
YouTube video by Karma Nirvana
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September 2, 2025 at 8:28 AM
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A message from Yasmin Javed, mother of Fawziyah Javed, and Natasha Rattu, the Executive Director of Karma Nirvana, on the government announcement to introduce a statutory definition for HBA.

#Push4Change #HonourBasedAbuse
August 26, 2025 at 4:33 PM
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"A new legal definition of “honour-based” abuse will be introduced to crack down on violence against women and girls (Vawg), the Government has said."

www.yorkshirepost.co.uk/news/crime/l...
Leeds charity wins campaign for legal definition of 'honour-based' abuse
A new legal definition of “honour-based” abuse will be introduced to crack down on violence against women and girls (Vawg), the Government has said.
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August 26, 2025 at 12:38 PM
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"The government has announced new measures to combat "honour-based" abuse (HBA), which encompasses crimes such as female genital mutilation and forced marriage, driven by the perception of shame."

www.independent.co.uk/bulletin/new...
New measures to target ‘honour-based’ abuse
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August 26, 2025 at 12:37 PM
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New measures will be introduced to tackle so-called “honour-based” abuse, the Government has announced.

www.itv.com/news/2025-08...
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August 26, 2025 at 12:35 PM
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Ministers are introducing a clearer legal definition of “honour”-based abuse in an attempt to catch more perpetrators and protect women and girls from violence and coercion.

www.theguardian.com/society/2025...
UK to clarify definition of ‘honour’-based abuse in drive to cut violence against women and girls
Law change, professional training and awareness campaign part of Labour’s pledge to halve violence against women and girls
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August 26, 2025 at 12:33 PM
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Minister Jess Phillips Visits Karma Nirvana and Announces 6 New Measures to Tackle HBA in the UK 🕊️

This visit accompanies the announcement of 6 new measures, including the announcement of an intention to introduce a statutory definition for HBA

Read more: karmanirvana.org.uk/news-item/mi...
August 26, 2025 at 9:43 AM