Reflecting on the FGC 101 Training at the Illinois Coalition Against Sexual Assault Conference

not only aim to end the harmful practice of FGC but also to uplift and empower survivors. The audience's reaction to the stories of survivors was also a significant part of the presentation. The room was filled with shock and discomfort, but also...

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Reflecting on our webinar: Quiet Activism and Understanding the Psychosocial Impacts of Female Genital Cutting

panel of inspiring speakers: Arefa Cassoobhoy, Farrah Dalal, Doris Mukangu, and Lubaina Plumber. Each shared their personal stories of activism and reflected on how their work has evolved during different stages of their lives. Our speakers opened up...

Impactful Media Reporting on Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting in the United States: A Reflection on our April 17, 2024 Webinar

survivors: “I can't stress enough how important it is to build those contacts with survivors because that is how you get stories. When I meet advocates, or survivors I like to spend quite a lot of time with them, and meet them in person, because even if...

Sahiyo held its 8th Voices to END FGM/C Workshop in California

as survivors, advocates, and/or activists, within a supportive story circle. This laid the foundation for the powerful stories that would follow. For the in-person segment, participants met in Berkeley, California to immerse themselves in an enriching,...

Turning Grief into Purpose

voice louder and louder and louder" The Voices workshop provided her a cathartic space to tell her story, and to learn the stories of others who had undergone harmful practices like FGC. “I've learned a lot about being confident and I learned a lot...

Finding safe people and protecting your peace is key, says activist Grace Culqui

reassurance [from Tight Lipped]. When I joined, I felt finally I had found my community. Starting to hear other people's stories, [I realized] that I'm not alone in what I was going through, even though I felt alone for so long.” Ultimately, that...

I Am SORRY!

as a survivor. I am glad that I shared my story regardless, though, as it emboldened many other survivors to share their stories and experiences publicly as well. Collectively, all of us survivors who spoke up ultimately led to a ban on FGM/C in The...

Breaking the Silence

to other survivors. What have you learned or most enjoyed during the workshop and by meeting others who shared their stories? During the workshop, I learned the power of vulnerability and the strength that comes from sharing personal stories. Meeting...

Sustainable Development Goals: How the UNs Benchmarks Align with Sahiyo’s Mission to End Female Gential Cutting

resources and skills to communities affected by FGC, Sahiyo uplifts survivors’ voices, helping them to share their stories with the world and providing a space for narrative autonomy, which is crucial in promoting gender equality. Why do you think it’s...

Perseverance and Power

where you’ve been but where you’re going. I was also excited about coming together with my fellow survivors and sharing our stories, as well as bonding with them over our shared experiences. When I went through FGC, something was taken away and I was...

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Not Who I Am

and needs to stop! What have you learned or most enjoyed during what workshop by meeting others who also share their stories? The thing I enjoyedthe most was being able to be present in the same space with the other participants and be in-person with...

Sahiyo Discusses: Seven by Farzana Doctor

equality, bodily autonomy, women-centered movements, and sexual empowerment - this club will focus on uplifting the stories and experiences of women everywhere.

Sahiyo Discusses: A Fractured Life by Shabnam Samuel

equality, bodily autonomy, women-centered movements, and sexual empowerment, this club will focus on uplifting the stories and experiences of women everywhere. On February 6th, 2022 the group will meet virtually for Sahiyo Discusses: A Fractured Life by...

A Quiet Violence: Navigating Female Genital Cutting as an LGBTQ+ Survivor

Nominee, 2021 Baldwin For The Arts Resident, 2021 Hook Arts Media Digital Connections Fellow, 2021 City Artist Corps, 2021 Stories Award Finalist, 2021 LMCC Governor’s Island Resident, 2021 Broadway For Racial Justice Inaugural Casting Directive Fellow,...

Voices to End FGM/C 2022: Spring Cohort Video Screening

with survivors of and advocates against female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C). Along with a viewing of these poignant stories, some of which have yet to be released to the public, attendees will get the chance to hear from some of the storytellers...

Voices to End FGM/C Workshop 7 - a weekly virtual digital storytelling workshop.

in publicly sharing their videos as part of our ongoing education and advocacy work to end FGM/C. To see digital stories from previous “Voices to End FGM/C” workshops, visit http://bit.ly/SahiyoStoriesVids

Sahiyo Discusses: You Still Look the Same

equality, bodily autonomy, women-centered movements, and sexual empowerment - this book club will focus on uplifting the stories and experiences of women everywhere. While also working to build community and connections, this book club will be a...

2023 Sahiyo International Women's Day Silent Auction

2023 and close on Sunday, Mar. 12, 2023. During this 5-day event, we will celebrate women's voices with video spotlights, stories, and entertainment. Stay tuned for a sneak peek at some of our incredible speakers and auction items! To donate auction...