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81. Sahiyo Presents FGC 101 Training at ICASA’s Annual Conference
(News & Blog)
... of FGC, including within the United States. Many attendees were also surprised to learn that only 41 states currently have laws against FGC. One attendee remarked, "The presentation was incredibly impactful ...
Created on 16 June 2024
82. Sahiyo U.S. Engages Community Stakeholders in Seattle, Washington to Advance Senate Bill 5453 Initiatives
(News & Blog)
... the collaborative spirit that supported the law's passage. The day was filled with meaningful discussions, beginning with an overview of FGM/C and its impact in Washington, followed by a deep dive into ...
Created on 14 May 2024
83. The Connecticut Coalition to End FGM/C Interview Series: Jo Keogh
(News & Blog)
...  Keogh also discussed the importance of mental health for advocates trying to improve laws around FGM/C. “I think sometimes with advocacy there’s this sense to be “on” all the time and to keep ...
Created on 30 April 2024
84. UNICEF releases new data on global prevalence of FGM/C
(News & Blog)
... in an event that draws attention to the lack of adequate funding in the FGM/C sphere, of which the real obstacles in our effects to enact change can be seen in this report. “From Rhetoric to Reality: Closing ...
Created on 21 March 2024
85. Zehra Patwa on Sahiyo and the Coalition to End FGM/C’s recent panel discussion with Connecticut legislators – and why it was a positive step forward
(News & Blog)
... held the “Preventing FGM/C in Connecticut – Why Comprehensive Laws Matter” event.  On January 25th, panelists educated legislators about the urgent need for FGM/C laws in Connecticut, highlighting their ...
Created on 22 February 2024
86. Connecticut Hosts a Legislative Briefing on Jan 25th
(News & Blog)
... to End FGM/C held an event, just prior to the next legislative session, entitled Preventing FGM/C in Connecticut – Why Comprehensive Laws Matter.   Special guests and co-hosts included Lieutenant Governor ...
Created on 13 February 2024
87. Training the San Francisco Domestic Violence Consortium on FGC in honor of Zero Tolerance Day for FGC.
(News & Blog)
... to shed light on the complex issue of female genital cutting (FGC) and uplift the ongoing collaborative efforts between Sahiyo and AWS on expanding gender-based violence (GBV) services to support survivors ...
Created on 13 February 2024
88. Sahiyo to release nine new Voices to End FGM/C digital stories
(News & Blog)
... along with reflection blogs from each storyteller. A collaboration between Sahiyo, StoryCenter, and Asian Women’s Shelter (AWS), every year the Voices to End FGM/C project brings together survivors, ...
Created on 12 January 2024
89. It's a Marathon, Not a Rac
(News & Blog)
... policies in place. I know for a fact that these laws concentrate on protecting girls at risk of being subjected to FGM/C, but I hope to see the implementation of policies that would support survivors of ...
Created on 12 January 2024
90. FGC 101 Training for Volunteers at Asian Women's Shelte
(News & Blog)
As part of Sahiyo’s long-standing collaboration with the Asian Women's Shelter (AWS), a training session was held on October 28th to empower incoming volunteers. The training aimed to equip AWS’s dedicated ...
Created on 14 November 2023
91. Legislative Roundtable held in Connecticut to discuss FGC
(News & Blog)
... landscape surrounding FGC in the U.S., as well as progress made, challenges faced, and how to move forward in addressing FGC. NCSL also summarized the laws addressing FGC in the 41 states. The Connecticut ...
Created on 14 November 2023
92. Exploring FGC with GBV Service Providers
(News & Blog)
... inspiring advocacy efforts. The training also explored the cultural contexts of FGC, examining its presence globally, and more specifically in the U.S., receiving an overview of current U.S. laws related ...
Created on 14 November 2023
93. PRESS RELEASE: Sahiyo publishes Examining the Current State of Critical Intersections: Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting and Social Oppressions report
(News & Blog)
... philosophy based on their reasoning. Law and Policy: In the U.S.,  state laws on FGM/C have been co-opted to ban gender-affirming healthcare for minors. Globally speaking, law and policy has led to the ...
Created on 03 October 2023
94. Activist Saza Faradilla and End FGC Singapore spread awareness about FGC
(News & Blog)
... and because they have been exposed to End FGC Singapore’s activism, there is a greater chance they may put forward laws and ideas that help end FGC. Saza also explored different people reactions when ...
Created on 26 September 2023
95. Sahiyo receives grant from Ben & Jerry’s Foundation
(News & Blog)
... in the movement to end FGC in the U.S.; continuing to build FGC survivor and community-driven state coalitions who advocate for policy in states that don’t yet have laws to address FGC; and expanding on ...
Created on 07 September 2023
96. Critical Intersections
(Programs)
... approach.  Consider the nuance of geographic location, particularly in regard to local laws and cultural acceptability of various social justice issues when seeking potential partnerships and cross collaboration.  Recognize ...
Created on 28 August 2023
97. The overturning of Roe v. Wade and its implications for survivors of FGC
(News & Blog)
... they want to do with their bodies. You want to see laws trending in a way where in a modern society there is recognition of women as full beings and women being able to do what they want to do with their ...
Created on 02 May 2023
98. Policy Outreach, Education, and Advocacy
(Programs)
... that in order to achieve wide-scale abandonment of FGC and support survivors, policies, and laws should be informed by and created in partnership with communities impacted by female genital cutting.  ...
Created on 29 April 2023
99. Sahiyo spotlight: Incoming U.S. Advisory Board Chair Zehra Patwa
(News & Blog)
... and activism work together.   What, according to you, is the most urgent calling that needs to be supported in order to bring an end to this practice? Having anti-FGM/C state laws is crucial to encouraging ...
Created on 24 April 2023
100. Washington State becomes 41st state to pass law against FGM/C
(News & Blog)
... holistic laws to protect women and children across this country. We also know that this is only the first step and we look forward to working with the WA Department of Health, the WA Coalition to End FGM/C, ...
Created on 19 April 2023