Dedicated to ending forced marriage & honour-based abuse
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We live in a world where for many free choice is not an option.
When it comes to coercion, this should have no place in relationships.
We want to help ensure relationships happen because of genuine emotion - not familial or cultural pressures.
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All members of the Universal Team will seek to comfort, support and advise you in whatever situation you find yourself; this means whether you live in a forced marriage or forced marriage is on your life horizon.
Get help here
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There is a collective concern that the number of victims of forced marriage is on the rise.
Allied to that the communities in which this is happening are becoming more practiced at hiding and concealing.
If you'd like to help us we'd be delighted to hear from you.
Universal Truth is a UK-based Community Interest Company protecting women, empowering survivors, and building safer communities.
Led by Nyla Khan, lived experience leader, Gender Justice activist, and G100 UK Chair for Mental Health, we put survivors at the centre and drive real change.
Our focus
Survivor-led programmes helping women rebuild their lives and regain independence
Professional training so frontline workers and institutions act safely and confidently
Policy advocacy to reform systems, hold institutions accountable, and influence gender justice legislation
Global engagement influencing international gender justice and women’s rights
We break down barriers, tackle systemic failures and turn lived experience into action. Our campaigns, workshops, and events create real lasting change for women affected by forced marriage and gender-based violence.