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  • Voices from Washington and Beyond: an In-Person Voices to End FGM/C Screening in Kent, WA

    powerful videos from participants who bravely addressed the physical, emotional, and social consequences of FGM/C. These stories highlighted the diverse and enduring impacts of the practice, reflecting a wide range of cultural and community contexts....

    https://sahiyo.org/sahiyo-blog/voices-from-washington-and-beyond-an-in-person-voices-to-end-fgm-c-screening-in-kent,-wa.html

  • Starting the Dialogue: Sharing Your Experiences on Initiating Conversations with Men about Female Genital Cutting

    to be part of educational communities. Some fathers felt so comfortable in the discussion that they shared personal stories about their childhood female friends who underwent the practice, describing how these friends were bedridden and unable to play...

    https://sahiyo.org/sahiyo-blog/starting-the-dialogue-sharing-your-experiences-on-initiating-conversations-with-men-about-female-genital-cutting.html

  • Interview with Joanne Golden of the Connecticut Coalition to End FGM/C

    of survivors are needed to contribute to those laws, Joanne explained. “At the time a majority of people who [shared their stories] were at-risk were people of color, Muslim, and oftentimes immigrants.I fit none of those…My role wasn’t to put myself...

    https://sahiyo.org/sahiyo-blog/joanne-golden-connecticut-coalition-to-end-fgc.html

  • Reflecting on the 2024 Asian Pacific Institute for Gender Based Violence National Summit

    increasingly difficult given other rapidly changing dynamics of the world. Being in community and listening to the success stories of achievements through solidarity makes the work a little bit easier, and the journey more worthwhile.

    https://sahiyo.org/sahiyo-blog/reflecting-on-api-gbv-2024.html

  • Sahiyo Teams Up With Womankind for an FGC 101 Training

    whether that involved coming from a culture that practices FGC or knowing someone who has been impacted. This exchange of stories and insights highlighted the importance of the work we’re doing to raise awareness and support survivors. This introductory...

    https://sahiyo.org/sahiyo-blog/sahiyo-teams-up-with-womankind-for-an-fgc-101-training.html

  • Intern Spotlight: Fundraising and Auction Intern Elaina Baliner

    country they live in. It has taught me the power of storytelling. I've had the distinct honor of hearing some survivors' stories firsthand, witnessing their bravery and resilience. This experience has shown me just how essential storytelling is in...

    https://sahiyo.org/sahiyo-blog/intern-spotlight-fundraising-and-auction-intern-elaina-baliner.html

  • Sahiyo U.S Executive Director Mariya Taher receives the 2024 Champion of Change Award

    U.S." The Voices to End FGM/C program has been transformational, bringing survivors together in a safe space to tell their stories, heal, and connect. The only way we can create effective change is by having survivors at the table telling us what they...

    https://sahiyo.org/sahiyo-blog/sahiyo-u-s-executive-director-mariya-taher-receives-the-2024-champion-of-change-award.html

  • Walking Together: My Experience at the Annual Walk to End Female Genital Mutilation in D.C.

    and advocates proudly brought their young children with them on stage to accept the awards. I loved listening to these stories and seeing the pride they had in their work and achievements as FGM/C advocates. After the awards ceremony, we walked around...

    https://sahiyo.org/sahiyo-blog/walking-together-my-experience-at-the-annual-walk-to-end-female-genital-mutilation-in-d-c.html

  • Volunteer Spotlight: Programs Intern Sophia Jones

    have had the pleasure of working with have taught me so much. It has been a privilege to be trusted with hearing survivor’s stories and being able to work as an ally and an advocate to end FGC. This experience has helped me to recognize how important...

    https://sahiyo.org/sahiyo-blog/volunteer-spotlight-programs-intern-intern-sophia-jones.html

  • Presenting “Quiet Activism and the Psychosocial Impacts of Female Genital Cutting”

    discussion about the diverse experiences of navigating the psychosocial landscape of FGC and advocacy work. Through shared stories and discussions, we aspire to showcase the transformative power of quiet activism. We've seen firsthand the profound...

    https://sahiyo.org/sahiyo-blog/quiet-activism-and-the-psychosocial-impacts-of-female-genital-cutting-webinar.html

  • Reflections on Pain, Stigma, and Activism

    and advocating for individuals who experience chronic vulvovaginal and pelvic pain. Panelists shared their personal stories, which touched on topics survivors of female genital cutting (FGC) also can relate to like healing through storytelling and...

    https://sahiyo.org/sahiyo-blog/reflections-on-pain,-stigma,-and-activism.html

  • Finding freedom through sharing your story: how speaking up liberated activist Lomaris "Lo" Diaz

    much discomfort to moisten the gauze and slowly rip it out. I work as an animal anesthesiologist, and it shocks me to hear stories like this, even for my patients who can’t communicate. I thoroughly explain the process, side effects, what owners might...

    https://sahiyo.org/sahiyo-blog/finding-freedom-through-sharing-your-story-how-speaking-up-liberated-activist-lomaris-lo-diaz.html

  • Voices to End FGM/C 2023 Cohort Video Screening

    survivors of and advocates against female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C). In addition to viewing these nine poignant stories, attendees will get the chance to hear from some of the storytellers themselves about their work and journey. “I hope that...

    https://sahiyo.org/sahiyo-blog/voices-to-end-fgm-c-2023-cohort-video-screening-2.html

  • Apply for our Voices to End FGM/C 2024 Hybrid Digital Storytelling Workshop!

    Workshop! This workshop offers a global platform for FGM/C survivors and community members affected by it to share their stories. When: Online Workshop Dates: May 28 and June 4, 4-6 pm PT / 7-9 pm ET In-person Workshop Dates: June 22-23 in Washington,...

    https://sahiyo.org/sahiyo-blog/apply-for-our-voices-to-end-fgm-c-2024-hybrid-digital-storytelling-workshop.html

  • Zehra Patwa on Sahiyo and the Coalition to End FGM/C’s recent panel discussion with Connecticut legislators – and why it was a positive step forward

    This was a practice that people just accepted as being a fact of life in the community. But with education and shared stories, that is changing. You can watch a recording of the “Preventing FGM/C in Connecticut – Why Comprehensive Laws Matter.” event...

    https://sahiyo.org/sahiyo-blog/zehra-patwa-on-sahiyo-and-the-coalition-to-end-fgm-c’s-recent-panel-discussion-with-connecticut-legislators-–-and-why-it-was-a-positive-step-forward.html

  • Sahiyo’s Second Annual Women’s Day Celebration and Silent Auction

    2024 and end on Sunday, March 10, 2024. During this five-day event, we will celebrate women’s voices with video spotlights, stories, and entertainment. This program includes a Comedy Show taking place on March 7th at 5pm PST/ 8pm EST. We have a stellar...

    https://sahiyo.org/sahiyo-blog/sahiyo’s-2nd-annual-women’s-day-celebration-silent-auction.html

  • Staff Spotlight Community Engagement Coordinator: Samman Masud

    masses for human rights issues, sometimes has confined us to thinking of activism only in terms of likes, tweets and viral stories. However, private activism can be a just as powerful tool in educating members of communities about a particular issue, as...

    https://sahiyo.org/sahiyo-blog/staff-spotlight-community-engagement-coordinator-samman-masud.html

  • Voices to End FGM/C 2023 Cohort Video Screening

    survivors of and advocates against female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C). In addition to viewing these nine poignant stories, attendees will get the chance to hear from some of the storytellers themselves about their work and journey. “I hope that...

    https://sahiyo.org/sahiyo-blog/voices-to-end-fgm-c-2023-cohort-video-screening.html

  • Sahiyo’s Second Annual Silent Auction and Comedy Show

    2024 and close on Sunday, Mar. 10, 2024. During this 5-day event, we will celebrate women's voices with video spotlights, stories, and entertainment. For more information about the event, donating auction items, participating in the program, purchasing...

    https://sahiyo.org/sahiyo-blog/sahiyo’s-second-annual-silent-auction-and-comedy-show.html

  • Voices to End FGM/C Cohort #9 – Hybrid Digital Storytelling Workshop

    hybrid-format Voices to End FGM/C Digital Storytelling Workshop this June 2024! Survivors and advocates will share their stories and learn to craft them as short videos. This participatory media process will be guided by facilitators from Sahiyo,...

    https://sahiyo.org/sahiyo-blog/voices-to-end-fgm-c-cohort-9-–-hybrid-digital-storytelling-workshop.html

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