Date: March 25, 2026
Time: 12:10 PM
Private event
Sahiyo, in partnership with the South Asian Law Students Association (SALSA) at Columbia Law School, will host a teach-in on female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C) in the United States designed for law students and future legal professionals. This session will provide an overview of FGM/C, including its global context and its presence in the United States, while focusing on the legal landscape surrounding prevention, prosecution, and survivor support. The discussion will explore federal and state laws, key legal cases, and ongoing policy debates, with particular attention to the role attorneys can play in addressing FGM/C through advocacy, survivor-centered legal support, and policy reform. The session will also address common misconceptions about the practice and conclude with a Q&A.