A forced marriage occurs when one or both individuals do not consent freely, often due to threats, coercion, deception, or if they are under 16 or those with mental incapacities. No matter how long you've been living here, it's vital to know: You have the right to choose who you marry.  In this episode, we'll explore the difference between arranged and forced marriage and where you can turn for help if you or someone you know is affected.  - Gaa’elli humnaa kan uumamu yoo namni tokko ykn lamaan isaanii bilisaan hayyama hin kennine, yeroo hedduu sababa doorsisa, dirqisiisuu, gowwoomsaa ykn yoo umuriin isaanii 16 gadi ta’e ykn dandeettiin sammuu isaanii murtoo gaarii fudhachuuf bilchina hin qabnefaa mudata. Biyya kana keessa hagam yoo jiraatte iyyuu, nama gaa’elaaf siif tahu filachuuf mirga guutuu akka qabdu beekuun waajiba. Har’a, garaagartummaa gaa’ela maatiin mijeessamuu fi gaa’ela humnaa gidduu jiru akkasumas yoo ofii keetiif ykn namni biraa haalli kun mudate eessaa gargaarsa akka argattan ibsama.