Figure 1 An activity conducted in Ceel-dhadhaable located in Sanaag region In our collective efforts to end Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting (FGM/C), organizations across Somaliland are taking action through innovative grassroots initiatives. From small community-based groups
Self-care isn’t just about taking breaks, it’s about sustaining the strength to continue advocating for change Qamar Kassim Yussuf- Founder and CEO of Northern Counties Community Empowerment I have always been a driven advocate for
Digital storytelling has revolutionized how we communicate impactful messages in social campaigns aimed at ending Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting (FGM/C). Recently, a transformative four-day review session was held for TGG-ALM grantees, champions, Survivor Leadership Initiative (SLI)
Mrs. Ipato Serum was appointed the Chairperson of the Anti-FGM Board in Jan 2023 by H.E President William Ruto. One of the roles of the board is to uphold the dignity and empowerment of girls and women
Reader discretion: This content may be triggering. Naomi, a reformed female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C) performer, shares how the religious engagements changed her views and made her leave this violence. Read her story to see how
As we honour International Women’s Day, we pause to acknowledge the profound impact women have in shaping our world. This connection holds particular significance as we reflect on our role at the Commission on the
On Zero Tolerance Day for Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting (FGM/C), we joined forces with our consortium partners and beyond, placing survivor voices at the forefront of our combined efforts. This year’s theme, “Investing in survivors’ voices
In December 2023, Senegal marked a crucial milestone in the battle against Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting (FGM/C) with the creation of a new multi-sectoral National Action Plan to end FGM/C. The plan includes key initiatives and
As we approach the 16 days of activism against gender-based violence, it’s an inspiring moment to reflect on the remarkable outcomes of the 2nd International Conference on Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) held in Dar-es-Salaam, Tanzania,
I am Coumba Guindo, the president of the Consultative Committee of the Women of Koussanar and a woman leader in Koussanar. My community has practised FGM/C for generations, and I used to assist the excisers
To most people, I am an upcoming designer and a makeup artist, but behind all the glamour I have a past that I battled with for a while. Today, I want to share my harrowing
As women rights advocates including survivors of GBV and anyone at risk of FGM/C, gather at the 2023 Women Deliver Conference in Rwanda in July, it is critical to understand the role of girls and
