“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…
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FGM victims need psychological aid
African survivors of female genital mutilation (FGM) say they are in need of mental health aid, and urged governments and charities to provide support for dealing with long-term trauma. #FactFriday: youth 💪 in Gambia re breakin barriers & reachin rural coms to raise awareness, advocate & mobilize d much needed action 2 eliminate harmful practices…
Somali girl death after genital mutilation reminds of gruesom tradition
Human rights defenders expressed hope the death of a 10-year-old Somali girl bled to death after a failed female genital mutilation (FGM) may help raise awareness about the dangerous health risks associated with the ritual in a country almost 100% of women and girls are cut. An estimated 200 million girls and women worldwide have…
Genital mutilation plagues EU’ African women
Half a million women in the EU and as many as 200 million worldwide are living with the consequences of female genital mutilation. Female genital mutilation (FGM) is one of the most brutal violations of women´s human rights. It consists of the partial or complete removal of the external female genitalia. Most often it is…
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