“Female genital mutilation [FGM] is a human rights violation.”

Dr. Natalia Kanem /she/her/ella/ has expressed her alarm at efforts to repeal the ban on FGM in the #Gambia , and similar efforts in other countries.

See why this would be devastating for women and girls: unf.pa/rfg

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Meanwhile in #KajiadoCounty we continue to rally the custodians of culture in the quest to eradicate #FGM , #TeenagePregnancies and #ChildMarriage as community well being is everyone's business. #MenEndFGM #EndFGM

We had a very productive morning today in our efforts to end FGM in the Gambia. Isatou Touray is the reason why a lot of us are able to speak out against FGM today. Without her none of us will be here. Thank you Dr and Priscilla for filling my morning with so much positivity ❤️

.#MenEndFGM is sustaining community dialogues with men and survivors of #FGM in #WajirCounty as we continue to build a movement of men and boys who are advocates for gender equality. This is powered by our partner AmplifyChange. #MenEndFGM
Remember It takes us all to #EndFGM

Grateful to be invited in a decision making process table by UNFPA Kenya this week for a consultative workshop with other civil society on design of European Union In Kenya European Commission funded programme #StopFGMNow !

Amongst the input was the role of CSOs collaboration to #EndFGM in Kenya.

We had a deep conversation today during our Men engagement dialogue in regards to FGM and Child marriage.
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FGM is still prevalent in Kenya! According to recent data, a staggering 21% of women aged 15-49 in Kenya have undergone FGM, risking serious health consequences. We must work together to #EndFGM and protect the rights of girls and women in Kenya. #Protectourgirls #KOGS #KOGS Nawe

Our community sensitization on ending #FGM started today and we are in Abuko. Dialogue is the only way to reach the hearts of our people. #EndFGM 220 #EndFGM

To launch our community sensitization program against #FGM , we understand there is a lot of misinformation out there and myths especially around activism on the issue. We have decided to reach out to our people and start having these intimate discussions #EndFGM220

Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting (FGM/C) is not only mentally traumatizing and medically unadvisable, but also financially unwise as it costs too much to manage the inherent health complications of FGM/C on women and girls.

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I am an Advocate to End Female Genital Mutilation/ Cutting
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What next after #ICFGM2023 ?

With less than 6 years to go until 2030, #MenEndFGM is happy to be part of this historical moment intended to get us to the finish line on ending #FGM in #Africa . #MenEndFGM #EndFGM

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Community-based solutions are 🔑 to ending FGM in #Guinea .

Meet Marie Gomez and Sylla Amara, the dynamic duo who are working with focal points across the country to raise awareness & hold perpetrators accountable✊
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In #Wajir County, we recently engaged chiefs, elders, youth & women leaders in a dialogue to tackle FGM barriers. Supported by AmplifyChange we delved into barriers, understanding the community & community leaders' perceptions. A great exchange of ideas! #EndFGM #MenEndFGM

“I have cut more than 100 girls in my lifetime. I would get paid with a goat and kshs 500 as a top-up token, especially during the December and April holidays”

Read the confession of a reformed cutter from Tharaka Nithi county =>
menendfgm.org/beyond-traditi…

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🚨'Turning back the clock on #FGM in #TheGambia would deprive women and girls of their rights.'

UNFPA warns against repealing protections - it's an unprecedented step backwards.

⏩ unfpa.org/press/statemen…

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🚨Millions of girls are at risk of Female Genital Mutilation 🌎

We MUST act NOW to #EndFGM

#FGM is not a 'cultural practice'; it's a human rights violation that harms girls' bodies and minds!

Immediate complications of #FGM may include:
🩸 Excessive bleeding
🤕 Severe pain
🚫 Problems Urinating
🦠 Infections
💀 Death

We must protect women and girls. #EndFGM

We gathered for the development of the roadmap for the implementation of the Declaration of the 2nd International Conference on FGM. #endfgm UNFPA-UNICEF JP to End Female Genital Mutilation Wisal Ahmed Dr. Natalia Kanem /she/her/ella/ Diene Keita Julia Bunting (she/her)

Repealing #laws against #FGM /C jeopardizes the #health and #rights of #women and #girls in The Gambia. Let's protect their physical and mental well-being by upholding these crucial safeguards.
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