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1. About - Our Story
Created on 30 November -0001
2. Newly Released: Sahiyo’s Toolkit on Survivor and Community Engagement!
(News & Blog)
... face a lot of barriers to getting services. So creating those outreach and educational community events that we do in different apartment complexes here in Columbus, where most of our refugee and immigrant ...
Created on 11 March 2025
3. "The Beginning" screened at a special Thaal Pe Charcha event in Mumba
(News & Blog)
... members together in safe spaces to have conversations about female genital cutting (FGC) while bonding over a traditional Bohra “thaal” meal. Since 2017, Sahiyo has organized 13 TPC events in Mumbai and ...
Created on 11 December 2024
4. Staff Spotlight: Communications Assistant Kira Omans
(News & Blog)
... Mendoza to create social media content and strategize campaign releases. We also provide support in organizing Sahiyo’s fundraising and events. I have enjoyed meeting Sahiyo’s team members and volunteers, ...
Created on 05 November 2024
5. How can you, as an ordinary person, help end female genital cutting?
(News & Blog)
... such as social media, public events, and other types of community gatherings.  By spreading your message, you can garner more support from your community and engage stakeholders.  Creating change ...
Created on 22 October 2024
6. Intern Spotlight: Fundraising and Auction Intern Elaina Baliner
(News & Blog)
... programs. This includes researching potential funding opportunities, writing grant proposals, and assisting with donor relations and fundraising events, such as our end-of-year Season of Giving campaign. ...
Created on 11 October 2024
7. Healing from Khatna with EMDR
(News & Blog)
... EMDR in adults and children with post-traumatic stress syndrome (PTSD).  The brain has the intrinsic capacity to heal itself from disturbing events and experiences, by forming different pathways. If ...
Created on 24 September 2024
8. Reflecting on the 2024 Asian Pacific Institute for Gender Based Violence National Summit
(News & Blog)
... with anxiety from events both on the domestic and the international political front. And so, I didn’t miss the chance to also join the summer soirée hosted by Survivors, Organizations, Allies, Rising (SOAR),a ...
Created on 13 September 2024
9. Intern Spotlight: Maeve Monger Events & Programs Intern
(News & Blog)
... work with Sahiyo involve? Being a Programs and Events Intern with Sahiyo involves a variety of tasks. My role often involves supporting the incredible women here who work selflessly to provide resources ...
Created on 11 September 2024
10. Advocacy & Travel Award
(Programs)
...  The award cannot be granted to the same individual or organization more than twice within a single calendar year.   Types of Events: The award supports attendance at events that facilitate advocacy ...
Created on 14 August 2024
11. Paving the Path to End FGC in Washington State! Year 1 in Review
(News & Blog)
... of our efforts. In Year 1, our outreach activities brought together over 100 individuals, creating spaces for meaningful conversations and shared learning. Through a series of informative events, including ...
Created on 18 July 2024
12. Sahiyo's U.S. Executive Director will discuss transnational FGC at the United Nations in Genev
(News & Blog)
... mutilation.   Mariya Taher, Survivor and Executive Director of Sahiyo, U.S., who will discuss the issue of transnational female genital mutilation.  To keep up with all of Sahiyo's events, bookmark ...
Created on 28 June 2024
13. Voices from Washington and Beyond: an In-Person Voices to End FGM/C Screening in Kent, WA
(News & Blog)
On June 13th, we had the privilege of hosting an in-person screening of the Voices to End FGM/C digital storytelling project in Kent, Washington, alongside project partners the US End FGM/C Network, Mother ...
Created on 16 June 2024
14. Sahiyo staff spotlight: Editorial Coordinator Sheena Vasani
(News & Blog)
... about FGC that touched me deeply, so I started following Sahiyo on social media. And then as the years went, a series of events led me to pursue other passions in tech journalism. And then one day, like ...
Created on 20 May 2024
15. Reflections after sharing my story during the Psychosocial Impacts of FGM/C Webinar
(News & Blog)
... my story and participating in events to uplift the cause of ending FGM/C always leaves me with feelings of physical heaviness afterwards. Normally, I would take this time to do some self-care, a nourishing ...
Created on 19 May 2024
16. Volunteer Spotlight: Programs Intern Sophia Jones
(News & Blog)
... mission, I decided to apply and join the organization as an events and programs intern. What does your work with Sahiyo involve? As an events and programs intern, I work with Sahiyo to  develop and ...
Created on 15 April 2024
17. A Recap: Public Screening of the Voices 8th Cohort Digital Stories
(News & Blog)
... community, which fuels our mission to end FGM/C. We look forward to more such impactful events and thank everyone who shared their stories and those who came to listen. Applications are closing soon ...
Created on 11 April 2024
18. Presenting “Quiet Activism and the Psychosocial Impacts of Female Genital Cutting”
(News & Blog)
... are a survivor, activist, or someone interested in learning more about FGM/C, your presence will enrich the conversation. Register Today! A note from Sophia Jones, Sahiyo Events and Programs Intern ...
Created on 11 April 2024
19. U.S. Activists Retreat 2024 Frequently Asked Questions
(News & Blog)
... three days of the retreat in order to participate in all of the events, discussions, and presentations we have planned. We understand that a three-day virtual retreat may feel like an intense commitment, ...
Created on 09 April 2024
20. Staff Spotlight Community Engagement Coordinator: Samman Masud
(News & Blog)
... with a community of activists and assisting them in their anti-FGC activism. I do this by supporting their advocacy needs, whether it is through virtual alumni network events like quarterly meet-ups or ...
Created on 13 February 2024
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Every month, Sahiyo likes to highlight the incredible work of our staff members, fellows, and...
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On February 27th, Sahiyo’s Research Coordinator Rachel Wine , and Executive Director Mariya Taher...
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Reflecting on “Storytelling as a Tool for Female Genital Mutilation/ Cutting (FGM/C) Survivor-Centered Change” at CSW 69
21 March 2025
Reflecting on “Storytelling as a Tool for Female Genital Mutilation/ Cutting (FGM/C) Survivor-Centered Change” at CSW 69
On March 18, 2025, Sahiyo co-hosted a powerful parallel session during the 69th Commission on the...
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  • Home
  • About Us
    • Our Story
    • Our Team
    • Funders & Partners
    • Annual Report
    • Contact us
  • Our Programs
    • Community Outreach
      • Advocacy & Travel Award
      • Survivor and Community Engagement Toolkit
    • Voices to End FGM/C
    • Training and Technical Assistance
    • Activists Retreat
    • Research
      • Critical Intersections
    • Bhaiyo: Male Allies
    • Policy
    • Thaal pe Charcha
  • Our Impact
    • Newsletters
    • Awards and Distinctions
    • In the Media
  • Get Involved
    • Volunteer with Us
    • Intern with Us
    • Work With Us
    • Annual Comedy Show & Auction
    • Events
    • Sign the Petition
    • Giving Circle - Monthly Giving Program
  • Our Blog
    • Submissions
    • Archive
  • Resources
    • Sahiyo Resources
    • Survivor Support Resources
    • FGC Survivor Support Line
    • FGC in Dawoodi Bohra Community
    • FGC in the United States
    • FGC in India
    • FGC Articles & Research in Other Countries
    • Interventions used to End FGC
    • Research Studies on FGC
  • FAQs
  • Donate