Press Women Against Mutilations Plan international fights against fgm by working with community leaders, parents, governments, children and young people to transform their behavior towards the practice and raise awareness to put an end to fgm. Age old traditions die hard, but public opinion is gradually shifting against the ritual mutilation of young girls' bodies. according to unicef data, 67 percent of girls and women and 63 percent of boys and men say they want the practice to end.
Fighting Female Genital Mutilation The Geneva Summit For Human Rights In her village near koussanar, in eastern senegal, she is known for fighting against female genital mutilation (fgm). a survivor herself and member of an alert committee set up by amnesty international to combat gender based violence, she raises awareness about the harm caused by fgm and helps girls at risk of being cut. On international day of zero tolerance for female genital mutilation, 6 february, take a look at how action and understanding around fgm has evolved in recent decades, take stock of global trends and progress, and amplify the voices of survivors and activists the fight. The who reports that over 200 million women and girls alive today have experienced fgm. every year, more than 3 million girls are at risk of receiving fgm and the health costs for individuals who require treatment for medical complications is approximately $1.4 billion annually. February 6 marks the international day of zero tolerance for female genital mutilation (fgm), a violent practice that irreparably damages the bodies of girls and inflicts lifelong emotional trauma. at least 200 million girls and women are living with the scars of mutilation.
Sexual And Gender Based Violence Against Women And Girls Including The who reports that over 200 million women and girls alive today have experienced fgm. every year, more than 3 million girls are at risk of receiving fgm and the health costs for individuals who require treatment for medical complications is approximately $1.4 billion annually. February 6 marks the international day of zero tolerance for female genital mutilation (fgm), a violent practice that irreparably damages the bodies of girls and inflicts lifelong emotional trauma. at least 200 million girls and women are living with the scars of mutilation. In the fight against gender based violence (gbv), there are victories to celebrate and support. from legal reforms to grassroots activism and international cooperation, the fight against gbv is making a difference and offering valuable lessons in resilience and the power of collective action. On this international day of zero tolerance for female genital mutilation (fgm), we stand united with purpose and urgency to accelerate efforts, forge powerful alliances, and drive bold action to end this grave violation of human rights. A persistent violation of rights fgm affects over 230 million women and girls worldwide, subjecting them to severe physical and psychological harm. in eastern and southern africa alone, 42 million women and girls have undergone this harmful practice. Female genital mutilation is a violation of women’s and girls’ rights, one that endangers their physical and mental health and limits their potential to lead healthy and fulfilling lives.
Ministry Campaigns Against Female Genital Mutilation In the fight against gender based violence (gbv), there are victories to celebrate and support. from legal reforms to grassroots activism and international cooperation, the fight against gbv is making a difference and offering valuable lessons in resilience and the power of collective action. On this international day of zero tolerance for female genital mutilation (fgm), we stand united with purpose and urgency to accelerate efforts, forge powerful alliances, and drive bold action to end this grave violation of human rights. A persistent violation of rights fgm affects over 230 million women and girls worldwide, subjecting them to severe physical and psychological harm. in eastern and southern africa alone, 42 million women and girls have undergone this harmful practice. Female genital mutilation is a violation of women’s and girls’ rights, one that endangers their physical and mental health and limits their potential to lead healthy and fulfilling lives.
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