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...

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...

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.

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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...