Female Genital Mutilation, An Evil Act – FIDA
The International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA) Nigeria, Lagos branch, has condemned Female Genital Mutilation (FGM), describing it as an evil act.
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The International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA) Nigeria, Lagos branch, has condemned Female Genital Mutilation (FGM), describing it as an evil act.
The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) has called for the inclusion of males in strategies to transform entrenched socio-cultural norms that give rise to Female Genital Mutilation (FGM). “Men and boys play a critical role in ending FGM. They are often decision makers within families and communities, and their attitudes…
UN agencies call for renewed commitment to end female genital mutilation in Ethiopia-
Over the last 25 years, the prevalence of FGM has declined globally. Today, a girl is one-third less likely to undergo FGM than 30 years ago.
Rooted in gender inequality, female genital mutilation limits opportunities for women and girls around the world to exercise their rights and realize their potential. While progress has been made—girls today are a third less likely to undergo the harmful practice than 30 years ago—there’s much more to be done. Men and boys can be a powerful voice in the call for change.