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21. Cave of Consciousness
(News & Blog)
... Ibtisam speaks about her experience at the screening, and how sharing her story has opened her up to new forms of activism and change. 1. Why did you feel compelled to submit your digital story to this ...
Created on 23 January 2025
22. Empowered and Ignited
(News & Blog)
... in so many ways. I am advocating to end FGM/C directly in my community both in Washington and through the Network to end FGM/C, and in my homeland of Kenya. I do this through my organization The New Dawn ...
Created on 18 January 2025
23. Reflections on the Sahiyo Activist Retreat: A Transformative Experience
(News & Blog)
By Maryam Kamal Eldin When I first heard about the Sahiyo Activist Retreat, I knew I had to be a part of it. The retreat presented a unique opportunity for me to connect with others who shared the same ...
Created on 12 December 2024
24. The Washington Coalition to End Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting Interview Series: Amie Kujabi
(News & Blog)
...  Amie's involvement with the Washington State Coalition began in late 2022, when her friend and former colleague Absa Samba introduced the group to her. Amie’s role within the coalition took on new significance ...
Created on 19 November 2024
25. Voices to End FGM/C 2024 Cohort Video Screening
(News & Blog)
... with Asian Women’s Shelter and Silence Speaks – will host a screening of the newest set of Voices to End FGM/C digital stories, created by survivors of and advocates working to end female genital mutilation/cutting ...
Created on 15 November 2024
26. Breaking the Silence
(News & Blog)
... with organizations dedicated to ending FGM, the healing process I've undergone, and my renewed determination to speak out against this practice. This story is not just about my pain but about my growth ...
Created on 05 November 2024
27. My Story, My Voice
(News & Blog)
... from my community. I knew that if I spoke out against FGM/C, I would be criticized by both my community and those outside of it who did not understand the complexity of FGM/C. I was living in denial ...
Created on 05 November 2024
28. I Am SORRY!
(News & Blog)
... rolled down my face, knowing that I had failed my child. It took me over 15 years to share this part of my story with anyone – not even those closest to me knew about this part of my life. My daughter ...
Created on 05 November 2024
29. My Journey to Advocacy
(News & Blog)
... in a space that was for survivors of FGM/C, which I am not. I pondered deeply about what my role would be in the workshop and what I would have to offer the group, but I drew a blank. Though I knew that ...
Created on 05 November 2024
30. The Washington Coalition to End FGM/C Interview Series: Dr. Muna Osman
(News & Blog)
... you're a kid. You have the knowledge that we didn't have. Like the parents. Most of the parents came to start a new life. We came to start a new life for our kids. We didn't come here to become evil again." ...
Created on 24 October 2024
31. How can you, as an ordinary person, help end female genital cutting?
(News & Blog)
By: Sara Khattak We hear a lot of sayings about creating change. “You can make a difference” is a common phrase used to inspire people to become more engaged in the world around them. But that phrase ...
Created on 22 October 2024
32. Reflecting on the NAPIESV ARP SA Grantees Gathering in Honolulu, Hawaii
(News & Blog)
... at past retreats, click here).  Connecting with fellow organizations, each with their own story and approach, offered new perspectives and insights into how Sahiyo U.S. can better support AAPINH survivors ...
Created on 17 October 2024
33. Sahiyo U.S Executive Director Mariya Taher receives the 2024 Champion of Change Award
(News & Blog)
... our Voices to End FGM/C digital storytelling project in culturally specific ways, which has been such a gift. Who knew that years after volunteering with them we'd still be working together and building ...
Created on 16 October 2024
34. Intern Spotlight: Fundraising and Auction Intern Elaina Baliner
(News & Blog)
... process and effectively engaging with businesses for our upcoming silent auction. What stays with me the most is my new awareness of how many women and girls endure this practice daily—and how little training ...
Created on 11 October 2024
35. Healing from Khatna with EMDR
(News & Blog)
... and is related to sexuality and patriarchal mandates. EMDR works at a body level, and works on the memories of the body sensations, allowing the non-adaptive beliefs to emerge and to be replaced by new ...
Created on 24 September 2024
36. Empowering Voices: The Launch of the Sharing Your Experience with Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting (FGM/C) Guide
(News & Blog)
Sahiyo is excited to unveil our new guide, Sharing Your Experience with Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting (FGM/C), in partnership with the Voices to End FGM/C project. This project is a dynamic collaboration ...
Created on 12 September 2024
37. Reflecting on The 4 Essential Strategies for Self and Community Care in Activism Event with Farzana Doctor
(News & Blog)
By Rachel Wine Held on September 10, and co-hosted by Sahiyo and The U.S. End FGM/C Network, Farzana Doctor introduced her new workbook: “52 Weeks To A Sweeter Life”. The workbook is dedicated to the ...
Created on 10 September 2024
38. Introducing The FGM/C Policy Advocate Care Fund
(News & Blog)
The newly established FGM/C Policy Advocate Care Fund provides vital resources and support to those tirelessly working to prevent FGM/C and support survivors. Created through a partnership between Sahiyo ...
Created on 05 September 2024
39. “Four Essential Strategies for Self and Community Care in Activism” Event with Farzana Doctor on September 10th
(News & Blog)
... event is being held to also support the newly established FGM/C Policy Advocate Care Fund, a joint initiative by Sahiyo U.S. and the U.S. End FGM/C Network. This fund is dedicated to empowering advocates ...
Created on 05 September 2024
40. Sahiyo Teams Up With Womankind for an FGC 101 Training
(News & Blog)
On August 14th 2024, Sahiyo U.S. Advisory Board Member, Kaneez Madraswalla, led a FGC 101 training in collaboration with Womankind in New York City. Womankind is a leading organization dedicated to supporting ...
Created on 22 August 2024