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1. About - Funders & Partners
Created on 02 December 2020
2. Home
Created on 22 February 2018
3. FAQs
Created on 30 November -0001
4. Reflecting on the Critical Intersections Webinar
(News & Blog)
... with FGM/C in India, and Saza touched on the benefits of framing FGM/C through the lens of gender to recognize FGM/C is a form of gender-based violence. Naquia spoke to the framing aspect and asked readers ...
Created on 21 March 2025
5. 2025 Comedy Show & Auction Sponsor Spotlight: Zehra Patwa
(News & Blog)
... who has a privileged life, despite being an FGC survivor, I wanted to be able to support those who do not have the benefit of the incredible support network that I have. At WeSpeakOut, we have vowed to ...
Created on 06 March 2025
6. Join Sahiyo, the Asian Women’s Shelter, and Silence Speaks for a Parallel Event at the 69th Session of Commission on the Status of Women in New York
(News & Blog)
... there will be a panel discussion with Voices alum to allow the storytellers to discuss how their stories have supported and uplifted their work, their conversations on FGM/C, and benefited their healing ...
Created on 11 February 2025
7. Sahiyo condemns recent executive order conflating female genital mutilation/cutting with gender-affirming care
(News & Blog)
... external female genitalia, or other injury to the female genital organs for non-medical reasons. The practice has no health benefits for girls and women, and causes severe bleeding, problems urinating, ...
Created on 31 January 2025
8. Sustainable Development Goals: How the UNs Benchmarks Align with Sahiyo’s Mission to End Female Gential Cutting
(News & Blog)
... Development Goals, (SDGs), are the 17 benchmarks set by the UN in order to achieve peace and prosperity for both people and the planet. These goals center on a One Health approach, meaning that the health ...
Created on 12 December 2024
9. The Washington Coalition to End Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting Interview Series: Amie Kujabi
(News & Blog)
... a huge advantage to benefit from the existence of these laws." She highlighted the need for services like counseling and therapy for survivors, as well as education to combat misinformation rooted in ...
Created on 19 November 2024
10. Perseverance and Power
(News & Blog)
... and the benefits of the procedure. I had my surgery done in California with Dr. Bowers, for which I will forever be grateful. After finding out about the support group, being welcomed with open arms, ...
Created on 05 November 2024
11. Interview with Joanne Golden of the Connecticut Coalition to End FGM/C
(News & Blog)
... can abandon this practice for their benefit? Those are the tough conversations to have…once I was knowledgeable enough to make those arguments, I stepped forward and I thought I could be an advocate to ...
Created on 04 September 2024
12. Reflecting on Sahiyo’s 2024 Activists Retreat
(News & Blog)
... benefiting everyone at the retreat.   The three-day virtual retreat included an agenda packed with educational programs, self-care activities, and discussion sessions for activists to reflect on their ...
Created on 22 August 2024
13. Advocacy & Travel Award
(Programs)
...    To ensure the award serves its intended purpose and reaches individuals who are genuinely committed and whose FGC advocacy efforts can benefit from these opportunities, applicants must meet the following ...
Created on 14 August 2024
14. Reflecting on the FGC 101 Training at the Illinois Coalition Against Sexual Assault Conference
(News & Blog)
... helped to emphasize the necessity of providing comprehensive resources and support for survivors. A prevalent myth is that FGC has health benefits, while in reality, it poses significant health risks, ...
Created on 30 July 2024
15. U.S. Activists Retreat 2024 Frequently Asked Questions
(News & Blog)
... a trauma response to have an interest in ending the practice. Everyone has a responsibility to do something and everyone interested in doing something can benefit by meeting with others who want to take ...
Created on 09 April 2024
16. Sahiyo's Silent Auction Donor Spotlight: Zehra Patw
(News & Blog)
... is a practice that happens right here in the US. The more impactful Sahiyo becomes, the fewer girls get cut and the more girls are protected. I know many people have benefited from Sahiyo’s programs, ...
Created on 29 February 2024
17. Sahiyo receives grant from Ben & Jerry’s Foundation
(News & Blog)
Sahiyo U.S. would like to thank our friends at Ben & Jerry’s Foundation for a core support grant award of $20,000 per year for two years. Ben & Jerry’s Foundation supports grassroots groups throughout ...
Created on 07 September 2023
18. L'Oréal Paris Inducts Ten Extraordinary Changemakers into Its Signature Philanthropic Initiative, Women of Wort
(News & Blog)
... has established the L'Oréal Paris Women of Worth Fund, which will allow consumers to make a donation that benefits all 10 of this year's honorees. Visit GlobalGiving.org to learn more. "It is with great ...
Created on 07 August 2023
19. Applications open for the 2023 in-person Bohra Activists Retreat
(News & Blog)
... to do something and everyone interested in doing something can benefit by meeting with others who want to take action and learn more about what can be done. How much does it cost to attend the Retreat? ...
Created on 17 July 2023
20. Dear Maasi: Why it is that women who have gone through FGM/C continue to do it to their young ones?
(News & Blog)
... leaders who spread myths that FGM/C is required, harmless, or beneficial.  The secretive, taboo nature of this social norm means that it’s hard to talk about it, let alone question its harm.  A lack ...
Created on 14 June 2023