young Women, Girls and the National Referral Mechanism
What is the National Referral Mechanism and does it work for young women and girls affected by criminal exploitation and violence?
This seminar introduces the legislative and policy frameworks around modern slavery, trafficking and the role of the National Referral Mechanism in the context of county lines and criminal exploitation.
Using discussion, case studies, and the sharing of Abianda’s experience of using the NRM, this seminar provides vital reflection and challenge of the mechanism and how it might more effectively support girls and young women.
Who for?
We welcome all professionals who work with young women and girls who may be impacted by criminal exploitation.
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Length
​An interactive 3-hour module delivered by our facilitators.
Learning Outcomes
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Increased awareness of the Modern Slavery Act (2015), and how this can support our work around criminal exploitation, typically associated with ‘gangs’ and county line activity;
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Increased understanding of how to use the National Referral Mechanism (NRM), it’s purpose and process;
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Increased understanding of how the NRM can support criminally exploited young women and the possible challenges and pitfalls;
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Increased knowledge of how to implement or advocate for an NRM referral being made;
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Increase understanding of learning from practice that might support positive outcomes for girls and young women.
FEEDBACK
It was interesting, informative, reflective and interactive.