Sudan bans FGM

“The decision of Sudan to ban female genital mutilation is another historic step forward in the country. We praise the Government of Sudan in its entirety for taking this bold and historic step towards the full realisation of women’s and girls’ rights. The road towards a democratic and prosperous Sudan with equal rights and opportunities for all is long, but can only be travelled by taking steps like these. The European Union stands ready to support Sudan to implement this decision.

#Sudan’s decision to ban female genital mutilation is another historical step forward in the country. The EU is committed to promote a global ban of #FGM & all other forms of discriminatory practices against women. My statement w/ @JuttaUrpilainen #AUEU https://t.co/gHRzKUU7W2

— Josep Borrell Fontelles (@JosepBorrellF) May 2, 2020

“The same way they led the revolution last year, Sudanese women have led the fight to end female genital mutilation (FMG) in their country and serve as an example to the world.

The decision of Sudan to ban female genital mutilation is another historic step forward in the country. My statement with @JosepBorrellF:https://t.co/XCbHyFGeES

— Jutta Urpilainen (@JuttaUrpilainen) May 2, 2020

“World leaders have committed to eliminate FGM by 2030; today this practice remains carried out in more than 90 countries in the world. Banning or criminalizing FGM is the first step of a long process to end a practice, which in many countries is enmeshed with tradition and religious beliefs.

Thrilled that #Sudan has banned female genital mutilation. A hard-won victory in a country where an estimated 9 out of 10 women have been subjected to the harmful practice.

Thanks to all involved in this herculean effort. We will never give up!#EndFGM https://t.co/C2XvhEedm5

— Dr. Natalia Kanem /she/her/ella/ (@Atayeshe) May 1, 2020

“The European Union is committed to promote the global trend towards banning the FGM practice and all other forms of harmful practices discriminating against women in various ways”.

Sudan's transitional govt has approved an amendment to its Criminal Law Article 141, which now states anyone who performs Female Genital Mutilation, whether inside medical establishments or elsewhere, faces 3 years imprisonment & a fine. #EndFGM https://t.co/GJmXNZq6Bf @danyahaj

— Equality Now (@equalitynow) April 29, 2020

Statement by High Representative/ Vice-President Josep Borrell and Commissioner for International Partnerships Jutta Urpilainen on the ban of female genital mutilation original on Twitter inserted above.