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41. A conversation on Khatna with Suleimani Bohras
(News & Blog)
... community are: MF Husain – internationally acclaimed modern artist, founding member of The Progressive Artists Group of Bombay; recipient of the Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan and Padma Shri, India’s fourth ...
Created on 10 March 2017
42. My daughter is the joy of my life. There was no way I could have her cut.
(News & Blog)
by Ashraf Engineer Age: 41 Country: India Picture this if you can without your heart racing and eyes welling up. A girl, let’s say she’s seven years old, is dressed up by her mother and told she’s ...
Created on 30 January 2017
43. A note on terminology and why Sahiyo uses FGC
(News & Blog)
... Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) appears to be the term used most frequently by international agencies, experiences from community-based interventions indicate that the term ‘mutilation’ can, in some instances, ...
Created on 06 September 2016
44. Our History
(Uncategorised)
... mission to engage in dialogue with the community to find a collective solution towards ending FGC or khatna.   The NGO has received international recognition for its community-based approach in addressing ...
Created on 15 June 2016
45. Discussing FGC During International Women's Day event in Pun
(News & Blog)
... of International Women’s Day, it was also announced that UWA would initiate a yearlong programme on the awareness and eradication of this practice in the country. Hon’ble ...
Created on 06 June 2016
46. Each One, Reach One - A FGC Public Outreach Campaign
(News & Blog)
... to talk about the many ways in which khatna has affected them – physically, psychologically, emotionally and sexually. Let us break the silence now. February 6 has been declared the International Day of ...
Created on 04 February 2016
47. The Practice of Khatna or Female Genital Mutilation amongst the Dawoodi (Daudi) Bohra Shia Muslim Community – Part 1
(News & Blog)
... Canada Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting (FGM/C) has been an international cause célèbre, and generated remarkable global attention for the past several decades.  At international and intergovernmental ...
Created on 19 January 2016
48. FEMALE GENITAL CUTTING A Continuing Tradition
(News & Blog)
(Original Post on Imagining Equality Project Page, published in July 2014 by Global Fund for Women & International Museum of Women)  In this deeply personal piece, author Mariya Taher wrestles ...
Created on 17 January 2016
49. FAQs
(Uncategorised)
... the practice in contrast to those who may condone certain types of FGC. While Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) appears to be the term used most frequently by international agencies, experiences from community-based ...
Created on 11 January 2016
50. Voices to End Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting: A Video Screening & Discussion with Survivors of FGM/C in Washington State (13 June 2024)
(Events / Screening)
... received international recognition for its community-based approach to addressing FGC in 2018, Sahiyo was recognized by the Population Reference Bureau as one of six inspiring organizations working to ...
Created on 05 June 2024
51. Virtual Briefing: Prevention & Response: How to Protect Washington’s Children & Support Survivors & Communities Impacted by Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting. (08 May 2024)
(Events / Webinar)
... received international recognition for its community-based approach to addressing FGC in 2018, Sahiyo was recognized by the Population Reference Bureau as one of six inspiring organizations working to ...
Created on 30 April 2024
52. Celebrating October 11th - International Day of the Girl Child
(News & Blog)
... is involved in to support survivors and work towards prevention of FGC for future generations. FGM Taskforce of Greater Los Angeles - A moderated panel with advocates in honor of the International ...
Created on 24 October 2022
53. Support Sahiyo in our work to uplift and protect girls on the Tenth Annual International Day of the Girl Child
(News & Blog)
... participate in Sahiyo's first-ever virtual fundraising event, Sahiyo’s International Women’s Day Celebration & Silent Auction, from  March 8-12, 2023. During this five-day event, we’ll celebrate women' ...
Created on 11 October 2022
54. Connecticut’s Lieutenant Governor Recognizes International Day of Zero Tolerance for FGM/C
(News & Blog)
... 6th as International Day of Zero Tolerance for FGM/C, a day to “take time to support women and girls” and end this harmful form of gender-based violence. In the citation, the Lieutenant Governor uplifts ...
Created on 06 February 2025
55. CWCSEO issues press release on International Day of Zero Tolerance for FGM/C
(News & Blog)
February 6th is the International Day of Zero Tolerance of Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting, a day designed to promote the elimination of Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting by 2030 through efforts to engage ...
Created on 06 February 2023
56. Discussing FGC During International Women's Day event in Pun
(News & Blog)
... of International Women’s Day, it was also announced that UWA would initiate a yearlong programme on the awareness and eradication of this practice in the country. Hon’ble ...
Created on 06 June 2016
57. The History of Addressing Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting via Legislation in Connecticut
(News & Blog)
... Susan Bysiewicz issued a proclamation and citation, respectively, officially recognizing February 6th as International Day of Zero Tolerance for FGM/C. Both these proclamations and citations have been ...
Created on 02 June 2025
58. Sustainable Development Goals: How the UNs Benchmarks Align with Sahiyo’s Mission to End Female Gential Cutting
(News & Blog)
... a broader global context, highlighting that it is not merely a local or regional issue, but a critical matter of international concern.  Additionally, aligning with the SDGs ensures that our projects ...
Created on 12 December 2024
59. Key takeaways from the “From Rhetoric to Reality: Closing the Funding Gap to End FGM/C” event
(News & Blog)
... to keep a law banning FGM alive. However, she still shared with us a short video message addressing funding needs and awareness about the situation in The Gambia. Meanwhile, international conceptual artist Sophia ...
Created on 09 May 2024
60. 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)
By Sheena Vasani Connecticut is one of nine states that have yet to enact a law protecting children from FGM/C, which is why Sahiyo along with other Connecticut Coalition to End FGM/C members recently ...
Created on 22 February 2024
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The History of Addressing Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting via Legislation in Connecticut
By: Katie Bai Female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C) is a harmful social norm involving the...
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