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41. To Speak
(News & Blog)
... no article or research paper could be. When I was presented with the opportunity to attend the workshop, I was a little hesitant at first because I was not a survivor of FGM/C. However, I later came to ...
Created on 05 November 2024
42. On My Own Terms
(News & Blog)
... does not define me because there are so many other wonderful aspects of my life. I don’t like being called a victim because I’m not—I am a survivor, that's how I define myself. I have gone on in life to ...
Created on 05 November 2024
43. I Am SORRY!
(News & Blog)
By Isatou Jeng For over a decade, I have used my voice and my story as a survivor of FGM/C to raise awareness around the issue. I started at a time when it was considered too "shameful" to share my personal ...
Created on 05 November 2024
44. 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
45. Staff Spotlight: Communications Assistant Kira Omans
(News & Blog)
... toward creating a culture that values consent as well as the rights of  children and women. I look forward to continuing to learn from survivors and activists as I continue to work with Sahiyo. What ...
Created on 05 November 2024
46. Bringing female genital cutting to the forefront: How Sahiyo helped Nevin Sutherland attend the 2024 Asian Studies Conference
(News & Blog)
... those who were not survivors were able to see on some level how FGM/C was a harmful violation of a woman’s body.” That realization, in and of itself, was healing for many.  “The most fulfilling part ...
Created on 24 October 2024
47. The Washington Coalition to End FGM/C Interview Series: Dr. Muna Osman
(News & Blog)
... to me." As she delved deeper into the issue, Dr. Osman found that doctors in the US often didn't know how to address FGC or support survivors. This motivated her to develop a curriculum to educate clinicians ...
Created on 24 October 2024
48. The forgotten history of female genital cutting in the United States
(News & Blog)
... for example, there are currently no state-level anti-FGC laws. The CT Coalition to End FGM/C, a survivor-led organization, has been working since 2020, advocating for the passage of laws that protect children ...
Created on 24 October 2024
49. How can you, as an ordinary person, help end female genital cutting?
(News & Blog)
... and make a specific request of your representative. This might be the first time your representative has ever heard of FGC. Note any programs in your state that help with advocacy or supporting survivors, ...
Created on 22 October 2024
50. Interview with Zehra Patwa of the Connecticut Coalition to End FGM/C
(News & Blog)
... appreciate all the allies who work to help survivors and prevent this practice. The Connecticut Coalition is now huge — there are many organizations involved. It’s heartening to have so many allies, who ...
Created on 20 October 2024
51. Reflecting on the "Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting in California - Past, Present, and Future" Webina
(News & Blog)
... - Past, Present, and Future." The event was moderated by Sahiyo U.S. Executive Director, Mariya Taher and Shivagi Misra of Equality Now.  The event brought together a panel of survivors, advocates, service ...
Created on 17 October 2024
52. Walking Together: My Experience at the Annual Walk to End Female Genital Mutilation in D.C.
(News & Blog)
... prior to the walk was palpable when I arrived at the amphitheater nestled across from the Washington Monument. I got a chance to meet many activists, survivors, advocates, and others that I work with in ...
Created on 17 October 2024
53. 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
54. Sahiyo U.S Executive Director Mariya Taher receives the 2024 Champion of Change Award
(News & Blog)
... up the capacity of care for survivors of FGM/C in the U.S." The Voices to End FGM/C program has been transformational, bringing survivors together in a safe space to tell their stories, heal, and connect. ...
Created on 16 October 2024
55. Moving Towards Sexual Pleasure and Emotional Healing Part 2 (2021-11-17)
(Events Calendar/Moving Towards Sexual Pleasure and Emotional Healing Part 2)
... of female genital cutting (FGC) and provide survivors and non-survivors a space to better understand the process of sexual and emotional healing after FGC. We will be joined by expert panelists:  Nazneen ...
Created on 29 November 2021
56. FGM/C in the United States (2021-09-16)
(Events Calendar/FGM/C in the United States)
FGM/C in the United States On September 16th, the FAWCO Target Team is collaborating with Sahiyo on an educational webinar about FGM/C in the United States. The webinar will seek to highlight the essential ...
Created on 29 November 2021
57. Exploring the Connections Between Religion and Female Genital Cutting (FGC) (2021-10-28)
(Events Calendar/Exploring the Connections Between Religion and Female Genital Cutting (FGC))
... of the impact of FGC on spirituality and sexuality in survivors, the power structure and ideas of womanhood within religions, and the role of religious leaders in perpetuating and/or ending the practice. ...
Created on 29 November 2021
58. Connecticut Trauma and Gender Learning Collaborative Training Part 2 (2022-02-03)
(Events Calendar/Connecticut Trauma and Gender Learning Collaborative Training Part 2)
... to improve their services to survivors of FGM/C. Mariya Taher has worked in gender-based violence for over a decade in the areas of teaching, research, policy, program development, and direct service. ...
Created on 21 January 2022
59. The Impact of Laws and Use of Multi-Sectoral Approach (MSA) to eliminate FGM (2022-02-16)
(Events Calendar/The Impact of Laws and Use of Multi-Sectoral Approach (MSA) to eliminate FGM)
... issues.  Join Equality Now and women’s rights activists, survivors, and human rights practitioners for a discussion on the importance and the role of law and MSA in the elimination of FGM. https:/ ...
Created on 06 February 2022
60. Engaging Frontline Professionals on Providing Services to Survivors of Female Genital Cutting in Massachusetts (2022-05-10)
(Events Calendar/Engaging Frontline Professionals on Providing Services to Survivors of Female Genital Cutting in Massachusetts)
Engaging Frontline Professionals on Providing Services to Survivors of Female Genital Cutting in Massachusetts Female genital mutilation or cutting (FGM/C) is a reality for many women and girls across ...
Created on 05 April 2022