Love, "Honour" and Obey
4 Sep 06
Samaira Nazir was a victim of honour killing. We reveal some shocking attitudes of young British Asians toward so-called "honour" killing.
In July 2006, 25-year old Samaira Nazir's killers were jailed for life. Her 21-year-old brother and teenage cousin murdered her for wanting to marry "an unsuitable boy". Campaigners say so-called "honour" murders in the UK are happening more often and that large numbers of British Asian women across the country are seeking help. Can you help The Asian Network Report examine why "honour"-based violence and abuse is on the increase? The police are trying to understand why these crimes happen - do you?
Presented by: Konnie Huq
Shazia's Story
Shazia Qayyum works for Karma Nirvana, an organisation which supports victims of "honour" abuse. Her childhood friend was killed by her father for bringing "shame" upon him and Shazia herself is the survivor of a forced marriage.
4 Sep 06
Samaira Nazir was a victim of honour killing. We reveal some shocking attitudes of young British Asians toward so-called "honour" killing.
In July 2006, 25-year old Samaira Nazir's killers were jailed for life. Her 21-year-old brother and teenage cousin murdered her for wanting to marry "an unsuitable boy". Campaigners say so-called "honour" murders in the UK are happening more often and that large numbers of British Asian women across the country are seeking help. Can you help The Asian Network Report examine why "honour"-based violence and abuse is on the increase? The police are trying to understand why these crimes happen - do you?
Presented by: Konnie Huq
Shazia's Story
Shazia Qayyum works for Karma Nirvana, an organisation which supports victims of "honour" abuse. Her childhood friend was killed by her father for bringing "shame" upon him and Shazia herself is the survivor of a forced marriage.
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