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Warning Signs

Victims facing a forced marriage do not often express their concerns, but there are some warning signs that may indicate the possibility of an impending forced marriage

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Cases of forced marriage and honour based violence can involve complex and sensitive issues that should be handled by a trained specialist with expertise in forced marriage

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The Sky Project is a small charity that is actively working to reduce the number of forced marriage cases in and around Bristol

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BBC Radio Bristol Interview

BBC Radio Bristol Interview

Sabeena Pirooz (Sky Project Director) and Zara Liedl (Sky Project volunteer) joined Laura Rawlings for a 50 mins session to discuss project’s vital work with some great chosen tunes.

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South West Business & Community Award Finalists

South West Business & Community Award Finalists

The Sky Project were ecstatic to have been shortlisted for ‘Charity of the Year’ at the South West Business and Community Awards. It was a fantastic night and even better when we were finalists! Congratulations to the entire team.

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International Women’s Day

International Women’s Day

The Sky Project took a stand for women and girls on International Women’s Day, that is, their basic human right to marry on their own terms. Due to the pandemic, it is estimated that there could be an additional 13

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The Sky Project Newsletter – December 2020

The Sky Project Newsletter – December 2020

Happy New Year from all The Sky Project Team! 2020 has certainly been a difficult and challenging year for most of us, but particularly victims of Forced Marriage and ‘Honour’ Based Abuse. Please click here to read the our latest

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Director of the Sky Project named finalist for the Inspiration Women in Law Awards

Director of the Sky Project named finalist for the Inspiration Women in Law Awards

Sabeena Pirooz was nominated for the Inspirational Women in Law Awards for her work for The Sky Project. Although not a win on the evening of 5th November 2020, Sabeena was proud to reach the finals and hear inspirational speeches

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Remembering Honour Based Abuse Victims on The Day of Remembrance

Remembering Honour Based Abuse Victims on The Day of Remembrance

On 14th July 2020, The Sky Project team remembered Honour Based Abuse victims on The Day of Remembrance. This commemorates the birthday of Shafilea Ahmed, murdered at 17 by her parents for refusing a forced marriage. #notforgotten

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The Sky Project Statement on the BlackLivesMatter movement

The Sky Project Statement on the BlackLivesMatter movement

As Director of the Sky Project in Bristol and also being born in Britain as a person of colour – I stand in solidarity with the worldwide Black Lives Matter movement. This important opportunity to tackle racism on all fronts

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1000 Steps for Justice

1000 Steps for Justice

Sky Project volunteer walks over 10,000 steps to raise money for The Sky Project!

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National Lottery Funding

National Lottery Funding

The Sky Project is ecstatic to have received funding from the National Lottery!

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Understanding Forced Marriage – 1 hour CPD Accredited Training

Understanding Forced Marriage – 1 hour CPD Accredited Training

Sabeena Pirooz, Director of the Sky Project, will be providing a 1 hour accredited training session on the 19th March 2020. Tickets are £10 per session (plus a small administration charge) with all monies raised being put back into the charity. The training will take place at: Bristol Law Society, 12 Colston Avenue Bristol, BS1 4ST

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  • Legal Heroes Award Winner 2023
  • National Day of Memory for victims of Honour Based Abuse
  • Presenting at Society Conference
  • Charity of the Year Finalist – Bristol Life Awards
  • Shortlisted for Charity of the Year – National Great British Business & Community Awards

Testimonial

The Sky Project gave an engaging and detailed presentation at a recent conference we hosted about the hidden issues of domestic abuse. The warmth and passion they brought to a complex and challenging subject area had the audience gripped. The knowledge and understanding of Forced Marriage and Honour Based Violence the Sky Project have is enlightening, informative and invaluable to raise awareness and impact on the safety and freedom of people within Bristol and the UK at risk of forced marriage. Thank you so much.

Kim Hometruths, Swindon

About us

Set up in 2009, The Sky Project is a charity that is actively working to reduce the number of forced marriage cases in and around Bristol and the South West. Forced marriage is a criminal offence and a violation of human rights. Men and women should have the right to choose their own marriage partners, and society has a duty to recognise and defend this right. Read more

Recent News

  • Legal Heroes Award Winner 2023

    Legal Heroes Award Winner 2023

  • National Day of Memory for victims of Honour Based Abuse

    National Day of Memory for victims of Honour Based Abuse

  • Presenting at Society Conference

    Presenting at Society Conference

  • Charity of the Year Finalist – Bristol Life Awards

    Charity of the Year Finalist – Bristol Life Awards

  • Shortlisted for Charity of the Year – National Great British Business & Community Awards

    Shortlisted for Charity of the Year – National Great British Business & Community Awards

Contact

Email: skyproject@hotmail.co.uk


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