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61. Milken Institute School of Public Health, Sahiyo, and other Community Partners Receive DOJ Grant to end FGC
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Sahiyo U.S. is pleased to announce we’ve been awarded a grant alongside George Washington University’s Milken Institute School of Public Health, U.S. End FGM/C Network, and Global Woman PEACE Foundation from ...
Created on 08 February 2024
62. Milken Institute School of Public Health Joins Sahiyo U.S. and Other Community Partners in Receiving $300,000 DOJ Grant to Prevent Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting
(News & Blog)
WASHINGTON, DC - (February 6, 2024) - The Milken Institute School of Public Health alongside its community partners announced today they received a $300,000 grant from the Department of Justice’s Office ...
Created on 05 February 2024
63. Sahiyo U.S. Joins Massachusetts Community Health and Healthy Aging Funds in 15.8M Initiative to address systemic barriers to health
(News & Blog)
A Collaborative Effort to Address Female Genital Cutting and Advance Racial and Health Equity The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) has announced the ...
Created on 26 September 2024
64. A Recap: Public Screening of the Voices 8th Cohort Digital Stories
(News & Blog)
On March 27th, we hosted a screening of nine digital stories as part of the 8th cohort of the Voices to End FGM/C program. This gathering showcased the powerful narratives of survivors, allies, and advocates ...
Created on 11 April 2024
65. Breaking the Cycle: A Journey in Women's Health and FGM/C Awarenes
(News & Blog)
... FGM/C when interacting with healthcare systems. I hope my story serves as an eye-opener for healthcare professionals and the general public. Healthcare providers should strive for empathy and cultural ...
Created on 11 January 2024
66. Training the Prince George’s County Health Department on FGC
(News & Blog)
On April 28th, Karen McDonnell, Associate Professor at George Washington University’s Milken Institute School of Public Health partnered with Sahiyo Cofounder Mariya Taher to provide a training for nearly ...
Created on 17 May 2023
67. Sahiyo participates in Massachusetts Healthy Youth Consortium
(News & Blog)
... to pass The Healthy Youth Act which would ensure that comprehensive curricula are taught in public schools that choose to offer sex education. Massachusetts ranks 12th in the nation for at-risk populations, ...
Created on 11 November 2021
68. Sahiyo, RAHMA and HEART discuss HIV, FGM/C and sexual health during workshop
(News & Blog)
... working in social work, public health graduate students and those completing undergraduate studies, among others. Speakers included Maniza Habib, Mariam Sabir, Navila Rashid, Kiran Waqar, and myself. The MYSAS workshop ...
Created on 12 April 2021
69. Reflection on Addressing FGC in the Clinic: A Dialogue between Survivors and Healthcare Professionals
(News & Blog)
... speaks with survivors of FGC in an inclusive, vulnerable, and caring manner. Karen McDonnell, Ph.D., a public health specialist and creator of the The George Washington University FGM Toolkit, also addressed ...
Created on 22 December 2020
70. Calling survivors of female genital cutting and health providers for a unique storytelling opportunity
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Apply to be a storyteller here!! In November 2019, Sahiyo and StoryCenter will partner with The George Washington University Milken Institute School of Public Health to host a digital storytelling workshop ...
Created on 22 August 2019
71. Each One, Reach One - A FGC Public Outreach Campaign
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Each One, Reach One A campaign to raise awareness about female genital cutting among Bohras by Sahiyo and Speak Out on FGM February 6 – March 8, 2016 The Bohras are the only known community in India to ...
Created on 04 February 2016
72. Washington D.C. Passes Comprehensive Law to Protect Children from Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting
(News & Blog)
... Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety. In 2024, B25-0247 was then titled the “Female Genital Mutilation Prohibition Act of 2024” and signed by the Mayor. In 2025, this bill moved to Congress and was ...
Created on 02 June 2025
73. The History of Addressing Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting in Montana
(News & Blog)
... of FGM/C, the resources available to address FGM/C, and the state's criminal penalties for committing FGM/C. These programs were recommended for the Office of Public Instruction, the Office of the Attorney ...
Created on 02 June 2025
74. Sahiyo Releases Toolkit for Survivor and Community Engagement to Address FGM/C
(News & Blog)
... organizations work across the U.S. to respond to this public health concern and offers valuable insights to others seeking to build similar programs and initiatives to address FGM/C.” As we release the ...
Created on 11 March 2025
75. 2025 Comedy Show & Auction Sponsor Spotlight: Zehra Patwa
(News & Blog)
... includes survivors of FGC, anti-FGC activists, health care providers, and the general public. What personally inspires you or your team to advocate for social justice and community well-being? As someone ...
Created on 06 March 2025
76. Uniting to End FGM/C Across the Americas: A Joint Statement
(News & Blog)
... Examples: Academic institutions, public health researchers, gender studies scholars, and independent experts focused on FGM/C. Activists Examples: Survivor-led advocacy groups, grassroots organizers, ...
Created on 06 February 2025
77. Sahiyo research uplifts how intersectionality impacts the movement to end FGM/C this February 6th
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In recognition of Feb 6th, International Day of Zero Tolerance to End FGM/C, and this year’s theme “Stepping up the Pace: Strengthening Alliances and Building Movements to End FGM,” our upcoming publication ...
Created on 06 February 2025
78. Press Conference Announced In Honor of International Day of Zero Tolerance to Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting (FGMC)
(News & Blog)
... Despite its global recognition as a harmful practice, FGM/C remains a concern that demands urgent attention and action. Members of the press, advocates, and the public are invited to attend this critical ...
Created on 29 January 2025
79. The Washington Coalition to End Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting Interview Series: Amie Kujabi
(News & Blog)
... to the issue, survivor’s stories help lawmakers and the public understand that FGC is not just a theoretical problem but a real threat affecting lives in their communities. While Amie has received overwhelming ...
Created on 19 November 2024
80. Global Collaboration to End FGM/C Conference 2024
(News & Blog)
... Washington Milken Institute School of Public Health, this gathering included participants from the international community and a diverse group of experts, including philanthropists, global regional FGM/C ...
Created on 18 November 2024