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21. Paving the Path to End FGC in Washington State! Year 1 in Review
(News & Blog)
... an FGC 101 training and thought-provoking webinars, we have not only spread awareness but also sparked important discussions.  During this period, two of our meetings were hosted in-person in Kent, WA, ...
Created on 18 July 2024
22. Reflecting on Virtual and In-Person Sessions for Voices to End FGM/C Workshop 2024
(News & Blog)
... community members in sessions designed to empower participants to share their personal stories and experiences with FGC. This year's workshop was held in a hybrid format, starting with two virtual sessions ...
Created on 16 July 2024
23. Starting the Dialogue: Sharing Your Experiences on Initiating Conversations with Men about Female Genital Cutting
(News & Blog)
... beliefs, cultural nuances, and personal experiences that can shed light on the complexities surrounding FGC. It is through these conversations that we gain deeper insights into the underlying factors influencing ...
Created on 21 June 2024
24. 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
25. Sahiyo Presents FGC 101 Training at ICASA’s Annual Conference
(News & Blog)
... attended in person to support the event. Her academic and professional insights made the discussion both informative and personable. The diverse audience included rape crisis center staff from around the ...
Created on 16 June 2024
26. Reflecting on the Activist Retreat
(News & Blog)
... me feel comfortable that I would do well in an in-person group. Going to the virtual retreat also made me realize that I was ready to learn more about FGC and the history of the practice in the Bohra community. ...
Created on 28 May 2024
27. Impactful Media Reporting on Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting in the United States: A Reflection on our April 17, 2024 Webinar
(News & Blog)
... person, because even if that interaction does not lead to a story you’re still increasing your knowledge which makes for better reporting and also builds trust so that the survivor or organization better ...
Created on 21 May 2024
28. Sahiyo staff spotlight: Editorial Coordinator Sheena Vasani
(News & Blog)
... because of South Asian cultural norms rooted in sexism. I can empathize with that sense of shame and stigma as well as that sense of isolation. Through each meeting I have, every person I virtually meet, ...
Created on 20 May 2024
29. Reflections after sharing my story during the Psychosocial Impacts of FGM/C Webinar
(News & Blog)
... about someone “Googling” me and this very well may be the first thing that comes up – something so personal and private – out there for the whole world to know and judge me for.  At the same time, my ...
Created on 19 May 2024
30. Reflecting on our webinar: Quiet Activism and Understanding the Psychosocial Impacts of Female Genital Cutting
(News & Blog)
... Lubaina Plumber. Each shared their personal stories of activism and reflected on how their work has evolved during different stages of their lives.  Our speakers opened up about their unique journeys, ...
Created on 14 May 2024
31. Join the FGM/C Prevention and Response in Washington State Advisory Committee
(News & Blog)
... State (Hybrid – Remote and In-Person Meetings as Required) Time Commitment: 3-5 hours a month Honorarium: $75 per hour The initiative seeks to include perspectives from a wide range of professional ...
Created on 06 May 2024
32. The Connecticut Coalition to End FGM/C Interview Series: Jo Keogh
(News & Blog)
... health counselor working with women with post-traumatic stress disorder resulting from gender-based violence. “Trauma is one of the biggest issues we have to deal with personally, societally, globally," ...
Created on 30 April 2024
33. Volunteer Spotlight: Programs Intern Sophia Jones
(News & Blog)
... media.  How has your involvement with Sahiyo impacted your life? My time with Sahiyo has been invaluable to my development as a professional and a person. Sahiyo and all of the individuals who I have ...
Created on 15 April 2024
34. A Recap: Public Screening of the Voices 8th Cohort Digital Stories
(News & Blog)
... shed more light on their personal stories and continued efforts in addressing FGM/C.  The event was well attended, with about 15 participants engaging deeply with the stories presented. Attendees expressed ...
Created on 11 April 2024
35. Presenting “Quiet Activism and the Psychosocial Impacts of Female Genital Cutting”
(News & Blog)
... aspire to showcase the transformative power of quiet activism. We've seen firsthand the profound impact of taking a personal stand, and we hope to empower attendees to appreciate the significance of their ...
Created on 11 April 2024
36. U.S. Activists Retreat 2024 Frequently Asked Questions
(News & Blog)
Who is this retreat for? Sahiyo is pleased to announce that the 2024 U.S. Activists’ Retreat to any person connected to a community or communities engaged in the practice of FGM/C and who is interested ...
Created on 09 April 2024
37. A Space to Belong: My Reflection on the 2023 Activist Retreat
(News & Blog)
... experience over those three days. However, I was really excited for an in-person retreat, especially because I had not really interacted with other Bohras who had experienced FGM/C or were even open to ...
Created on 01 April 2024
38. Finding safe people and protecting your peace is key, says activist Grace Culqui
(News & Blog)
... “safe people.” But first, she had to find them. “I learned in therapy that someone may not be a bad person, but they may just not be a safe person to talk to you about these types of things.”  ...
Created on 26 March 2024
39. Sahiyo's Outreach at Townview High Schoo
(News & Blog)
... us and look forward to future opportunities to engage with the community. Whether in-person or online, if you are interested in inviting Sahiyo to your next career fair, community event, or classroom ...
Created on 14 March 2024
40. From Rhetoric to Reality: Closing the Funding Gap to End FGM/C
(News & Blog)
From political to personal, ending female genital mutilation (FGM/C) requires a multifaceted approach that includes funding. Sadly, a lack of adequate funding has created a real obstacle in our effects ...
Created on 04 March 2024