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41. 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
42. 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
43. 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
44. 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
45. 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
46. 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
47. 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
48. Intern Spotlight: Fundraising and Auction Intern Elaina Baliner
(News & Blog)
... Sahiyo has profoundly impacted me, opening my eyes to the sheer number of women worldwide who are survivors of female genital cutting—regardless of what country they live in. It has taught me the power ...
Created on 11 October 2024
49. Sahiyo U.S. Joins Massachusetts Community Health and Healthy Aging Funds in 15.8M Initiative to address systemic barriers to health
(News & Blog)
... Collaborative in Health Equity to develop systems of care and response for the prevention of female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C) and support for survivors in Massachusetts. Sahiyo U.S. Co-Founder ...
Created on 26 September 2024
50. Donor Spotlight: Brad Mazon
(News & Blog)
... me how FGM is such a quiet menace not only to survivors but also to men who are affected by it – with their wives and sexual pleasure – or the ability to have children. I'm just surprised how it's a form ...
Created on 24 September 2024
51. Healing from Khatna with EMDR
(News & Blog)
... more positive, and resilient ones. Related links: Learn more about Asian Women's Shelter support line for survivors of FGM/C in the United States Check out Sahiyo's list of resources for survivors ...
Created on 24 September 2024
52. 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
53. 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
54. A Quiet Violence: Navigating Female Genital Cutting as an LGBTQ+ Survivor (2022-06-23)
(Events Calendar/A Quiet Violence: Navigating Female Genital Cutting as an LGBTQ+ Survivor)
A Quiet Violence: Navigating Female Genital Cutting as an LGBTQ+ Survivor This webinar will bring together LGBTQ+ identifying survivors of female genital cutting (FGC) and other LGBTQ+ advocates to discuss ...
Created on 29 June 2022
55. Sahiyo’s International Women’s Day Celebration Live Kick-Off Event (2023-03-08)
(Events Calendar/Sahiyo’s International Women’s Day Celebration Live Kick-Off Event)
... event to help raise awareness and funds to support Sahiyo’s work to end female genital cutting and support survivors to heal. Zahra is a Feminist Muslim, Iranian-American comedian, story producer at Snap ...
Created on 05 February 2023
56. International Digital Storytelling Conference 2023 (2023-06-20)
(Events Calendar/ International Digital Storytelling Conference 2023)
... ones implicated in the practice. Since 2018, Voices to End FGM/C, a collaboration of Sahiyo and StoryCenter’s Silence Speaks initiative on human rights, has used a trauma-informed approach to engage survivors ...
Created on 27 March 2023
57. Sahiyo’s 4th Annual Virtual Comedy Show & Auction (25 March 2026)
(Events / Fundraising Event)
... end female genital cutting (FGC) and uplift the voices of survivors. Whether you bid, donate, or simply tune in, your participation fuels change. Mark your calendar and join us in celebrating women.  ...
Created on 03 June 2025
58. Integrating FGM/C Awareness and Action into Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Services! (17 June 2025)
(Events / Webinar)
... in their current programming. Provide insights into the cultural, social, and legal aspects of FGM/C, equipping them to better serve their communities and the survivors they work with. By integrating ...
Created on 03 June 2025
59. Massachusetts Community Health and Healthy Aging Funds (MACHHAF) Project Meeting (13 June 2025)
(Events / Community Meeting)
Date: Friday, June 13th, 2025, 10 am-2 pm In-Person, Cambridge YWCA Sahiyo, End FGM/C Network, and UMass Chan Medical School Collaborative in Health Equity will convene for strategic planning to ...
Created on 03 June 2025
60. Framing FGM/C in Providing Services, Public Perception, and Advocacy (23 January 2025 15:00)
(Events / Training)
... services to survivors of FGM/C and work towards prevention of this form of gender-based violence. Service providers and community partners addressing gender-based violence are in a unique position to to ...
Created on 10 January 2025