Ending Female Genital Mutilation by 2030: A Call to Action

Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) remains a pressing global concern, recognized internationally as a violation of human rights, impacting the health and integrity of girls and women. As we strive to eliminate this harmful practice by 2030, it is crucial to raise awareness and engage in sensitization efforts.

FGM Sensitization: A Critical Need:

Do you still know anyone practicing FGM? This question underscores the urgency of FGM sensitization. FGM involves procedures that harm female genitalia for non-medical reasons, leading to severe short-term and long-term consequences for the physical and mental health of girls and women.

Global Impact:

While primarily concentrated in Africa and the Middle East, FGM is a universal issue affecting some countries in Asia and Latin America. Alarming is its persistence among immigrant populations in Western Europe, North America, Australia, and New Zealand. Efforts to end FGM must recognize its global impact and address it as a shared responsibility.

Current Progress and Challenges:

Over the last three decades, global prevalence has declined, with a girl today being one-third less likely to undergo FGM than 30 years ago. However, maintaining progress faces challenges from humanitarian crises. Disease outbreaks, climate change, and armed conflict threaten to reverse achievements in gender equality and FGM elimination by 2030.

Urgent Statistics:

More than 200 million girls and women have undergone FGM, and this year, nearly 4.4 million girls are at risk—over 12,000 cases daily. With seven years left in this critical decade, collective action is paramount to create environments promoting women’s rights to health, education, and safety.

Survivor-Led Initiatives:

Empowering survivors of FGM is key to challenging harmful norms. Their voices and actions have the transformative potential to reshape social and gender norms, enabling girls and women to realize their rights and potential in health, education, income, and equality.

NCF’s Commitment:

In the fight against FGM, Nessa Care Foundation (NCF) is dedicated to supporting and improving the lives of every female. Through coordinated, systematic efforts that involve entire communities and focus on human rights, gender equality, sexual education, and addressing the needs of affected women and girls, NCF strives to contribute to the global mission of eradicating FGM by 2030.

Conclusion:

Ending FGM requires ongoing awareness, collaborative efforts, and survivor-led initiatives. It is a collective responsibility to protect the rights and well-being of girls and women worldwide. As we work towards a future free from FGM, let our actions reflect our commitment to a world where every female is valued, protected, and empowered.