Back to School Warning on Forced Marriage of Students

Published on January 21, 2024

School communities are being urged to watch out for signs of forced marriage and raise the alarm if they suspect a student is in danger. Teachers and classmates are often best placed to spot human trafficking, according to Australian Federal Police. A family history of leaving education early, being uneasy about an upcoming family holiday, concerns about marrying at a young age and being worried about physical or psychological violence are common signs to look out for, the force said. Red flags also include control outside the home, such as surveillance, having limited control over finances or life decisions and restricted communications....

Continue reading on website
Other news

Inside New Hampshire’s Long Primary History and Winning Record

January 21, 2024
New Hampshire’s first in the nation presidential primary has two meanings. Along with going first in the national process, the Granite State was the first to hold a primary contest where voters decided on a presidential candidate rather than party officials.First in the NationFor most of the political history of the United States, New Hampshire State Librarian Michael York said, the primary proces

Man of Zeal: Iowa’s ‘MAGA Pastor’ Tenney Drove 18 Hours to Boost Trump in New Hampshire

January 21, 2024
Many who came to hear former President Donald J. Trump speak in Concord, New Hampshire, on Jan. 19 waited for hours beforehand in the cold parking lots outside. Some had traveled from hours away in nearby states—for instance, Kim Keafer, who had driven all the way from St. Johnsbury, Vermont.But the Rev. Joel Tenney had most of the crowd beat.“I came from Iowa—drove 18 hours immediately after the