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1. About - Our Story
Created on 30 November -0001
2. My Story, My Voice
(News & Blog)
... to expose the emotional harm of the practice, and to give others an idea of how FGM/C affects a survivor for the rest of their lives. For example, going through the practice can make it difficult to form ...
Created on 05 November 2024
3. Bringing female genital cutting to the forefront: How Sahiyo helped Nevin Sutherland attend the 2024 Asian Studies Conference
(News & Blog)
... of the whole discussion for me was at the end. One of the participants asked if we could have a group hug,” Nevin said. “It had been a pretty intense and emotional conversation, so everyone was feeling ...
Created on 24 October 2024
4. Healing from Khatna with EMDR
(News & Blog)
... this is not achieved, for example, because of the lack of emotional support in childhood to help integrate these experiences, or validation, reparation, or acknowledgment from the external world, parents, ...
Created on 24 September 2024
5. Empowering Voices: The Launch of the Sharing Your Experience with Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting (FGM/C) Guide
(News & Blog)
... (FGM/C). What You'll Find Inside: Writing Tips: Practical advice to help you craft and share your story in a way that feels right for you. Emotional Support: Insights on how to prepare yourself ...
Created on 12 September 2024
6. Voices from Washington and Beyond: an In-Person Voices to End FGM/C Screening in Kent, WA
(News & Blog)
... its profound impact on their lives. The screening featured powerful videos from participants who bravely addressed the physical, emotional, and social consequences of FGM/C. These stories highlighted ...
Created on 16 June 2024
7. Reflections on Pain, Stigma, and Activism
(News & Blog)
... not only deal with physical pain but also emotional pain and a sense of embarrassment because of these patriarchal notions about a woman's body.  I also listened to the panelists who have vulvovaginal ...
Created on 09 April 2024
8. Finding freedom through sharing your story: how speaking up liberated activist Lomaris "Lo" Diaz ...
(News & Blog)
... and emotional level. Not even medical professionals were able to understand or sympathize with her plight, leaving Lomaris with a deep sense of isolation. In our interview, I got to learn about how sharing ...
Created on 26 March 2024
9. Finding safe people and protecting your peace is key, says activist Grace Culqui
(News & Blog)
... thing that's really helped me is just to remind myself, “it's okay for it to suck, it's okay for it to be emotionally painful, and it's okay to feel the emotions. At the same time,  always give yourself that ...
Created on 26 March 2024
10. Dear Maasi: How can I stop the trauma of FGM/C from popping into my mind?
(News & Blog)
... I’ve emotionally resolved much about the FGM/C trauma through therapy, there are times when it pops into my mind in an unexpected way, for example, the odd time when I’m urinating. It might be a depressing ...
Created on 24 October 2023
11. Sexual pleasure after female genital cutting
(News & Blog)
... allow the survivor to understand their body better and study ways of experiencing pleasure while still healing from physical and emotional scars.  Somatic therapy involves the psychological process ...
Created on 11 August 2023
12. Six Tips for Stress Reduction: Exercising Your Vagus Nerve to Heal Pelvic Pain
(News & Blog)
... practicing relaxation techniques and letting go of stress can sometimes lead to an emotional release, which may be different for each person. If this occurs,notice your thoughts without judgment, and allow ...
Created on 29 May 2023
13. Mindful Movement for Pelvic Pain
(News & Blog)
... Nazneen Vasi provides tips, strategies, and suggestions for healing pelvic pain amongst FGC survivors. This blog is part one in a two-part series.  FGC can cause a multitude of physical, emotional, and ...
Created on 25 May 2023
14. Washington State becomes 41st state to pass law against FGM/C
(News & Blog)
... Coalition to End FGM/C. This survivor- and community-led coalition was instrumental in advocating for and gathering support to make this law a reality.     “SB 5354 passing is a victory and an emotional ...
Created on 19 April 2023
15. Healing as Activism: One cannot give from an empty cup
(News & Blog)
By Anonymous Emotional burnout looms over my head like my very own Sword of Damocles, waiting to strike me down for being woefully human. But the above saying travels with me, like my shield against ...
Created on 27 November 2022
16. Dear Maasi: "Should I confront the person responsible for my khatna (FGM/C)?"
(News & Blog)
... a lot about khatna (FGM/C) and confronting my mother about it. We’re not very close (emotionally or geographically), but I do visit a few times a year, and she’s a terrific grandmother to my kids. We’ve ...
Created on 26 October 2022
17. Sahiyo Discusses: You Still Look the Same, a discussion with Farzana Doctor
(News & Blog)
... familial responses to her same sex relationship, and misogyny and racism that has followed her from childhood. Though heart-wrenching and emotionally stirring, Farzana’s voice also rings with humour and ...
Created on 24 October 2022
18. Reflecting on Moving Towards Sexual Pleasure and Emotional Healing After Female Genital Cutting Part 2
(News & Blog)
On November 17th, Sahiyo hosted part two of the ‘Moving Towards Sexual Pleasure and Emotional Healing After Female Genital Cutting’ webinar. Two specialist speakers helped to lead the webinar: Haddi Ceesey, ...
Created on 15 December 2021
19. Upcoming Webinar: Moving Towards Sexual Pleasure and Emotional Healing Part 2
(News & Blog)
By Amela Tokić Last October, Sahiyo hosted a webinar called Moving Towards Sexual Pleasure and Emotional Healing After Female Genital Cutting. This provided an opportunity to hear from three inspirational ...
Created on 01 November 2021
20. Voices reflection: A journey of self discovery
(News & Blog)
By Lola Ibrahim Storytelling is an important aspect in ending female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C) and finding closure for survivors emotionally and mentally. You are able to pour out all of these ...
Created on 21 July 2021