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81. The Washington Coalition to End Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting Interview Series: Amie Kujabi
(News & Blog)
... been involved in working to end violence against women since she was a teenager. Her personal experience as a survivor of female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C), has shaped her path as an advocate. ...
Created on 19 November 2024
82. Breaking the Silence
(News & Blog)
... awareness and inspire others to join the movement to end FGM/C. What story did you choose to tell and create into a digital story? I chose to tell my personal story as a survivor of FGM/C. This experience ...
Created on 05 November 2024
83. Reflecting on the "Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting in California - Past, Present, and Future" Webina
(News & Blog)
... to address survivors of FGM/C. The audience was very engaged, with many participants expressing their eagerness to dive deeper into the topic and sharing their personal experiences working with the issue ...
Created on 17 October 2024
84. Walking Together: My Experience at the Annual Walk to End Female Genital Mutilation in D.C.
(News & Blog)
... a virtual space, but haven’t met in person. Some participants traveled all the way from Seattle and California to walk with other community members, while others joined from the DC metro area and surrounding ...
Created on 17 October 2024
85. Reflecting on the NAPIESV ARP SA Grantees Gathering in Honolulu, Hawaii
(News & Blog)
... the event, the team reflected on and shared key milestones, including hiring Community Engagement Coordinator Samman Masud, hosting its first in-person Activists Retreat since the Covid-19 pandemic, and ...
Created on 17 October 2024
86. Join Us for an Inspiring Webinar: Youth Advocates Against Female Genital Cutting - A Conversation on Change
(News & Blog)
... webinar is more than just a conversation—it’s a call to action. By participating, you will: Empower Youth Advocates: Provide a space for young advocates to share experiences and personal strategies ...
Created on 15 October 2024
87. Healing from Khatna with EMDR
(News & Blog)
... way, it helps the person to make sense of and resignify the trauma, resulting in a more adaptive and coherent narrative of the past experience and their life. In a nutshell, this is how it is performed: ...
Created on 24 September 2024
88. Takeaways from Sahiyo’s Webinar on Framing FGM/C
(News & Blog)
... and discussing issues." Throughout the session, participants shared their thoughts and experiences, many remarking on how the personal stories shared deeply moved them. Digital stories shown from the ...
Created on 11 September 2024
89. Interview with Joanne Golden of the Connecticut Coalition to End FGM/C
(News & Blog)
... those from affected communities and her personal knowledge as a lawyer strengthens coalitions to more effectively pass holistic legislation. The Importance of the Lawyer-Survivor Partnership Joanne ...
Created on 04 September 2024
90. Paving the Path to End FGC in Washington State! Year 1 in Review
(News & Blog)
... an FGC 101 training and thought-provoking webinars, we have not only spread awareness but also sparked important discussions.  During this period, two of our meetings were hosted in-person in Kent, WA, ...
Created on 18 July 2024
91. Starting the Dialogue: Sharing Your Experiences on Initiating Conversations with Men about Female Genital Cutting
(News & Blog)
... beliefs, cultural nuances, and personal experiences that can shed light on the complexities surrounding FGC. It is through these conversations that we gain deeper insights into the underlying factors influencing ...
Created on 21 June 2024
92. Sahiyo Presents FGC 101 Training at ICASA’s Annual Conference
(News & Blog)
... attended in person to support the event. Her academic and professional insights made the discussion both informative and personable. The diverse audience included rape crisis center staff from around the ...
Created on 16 June 2024
93. Reflecting on the Activist Retreat
(News & Blog)
... me feel comfortable that I would do well in an in-person group. Going to the virtual retreat also made me realize that I was ready to learn more about FGC and the history of the practice in the Bohra community. ...
Created on 28 May 2024
94. Impactful Media Reporting on Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting in the United States: A Reflection on our April 17, 2024 Webinar
(News & Blog)
... person, because even if that interaction does not lead to a story you’re still increasing your knowledge which makes for better reporting and also builds trust so that the survivor or organization better ...
Created on 21 May 2024
95. Sahiyo staff spotlight: Editorial Coordinator Sheena Vasani
(News & Blog)
... because of South Asian cultural norms rooted in sexism. I can empathize with that sense of shame and stigma as well as that sense of isolation. Through each meeting I have, every person I virtually meet, ...
Created on 20 May 2024
96. Reflections after sharing my story during the Psychosocial Impacts of FGM/C Webinar
(News & Blog)
... about someone “Googling” me and this very well may be the first thing that comes up – something so personal and private – out there for the whole world to know and judge me for.  At the same time, my ...
Created on 19 May 2024
97. Reflecting on our webinar: Quiet Activism and Understanding the Psychosocial Impacts of Female Genital Cutting
(News & Blog)
... 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 about their unique journeys, ...
Created on 14 May 2024
98. The Connecticut Coalition to End FGM/C Interview Series: Jo Keogh
(News & Blog)
... health counselor working with women with post-traumatic stress disorder resulting from gender-based violence. “Trauma is one of the biggest issues we have to deal with personally, societally, globally," ...
Created on 30 April 2024
99. Volunteer Spotlight: Programs Intern Sophia Jones
(News & Blog)
... media.  How has your involvement with Sahiyo impacted your life? My time with Sahiyo has been invaluable to my development as a professional and a person. Sahiyo and all of the individuals who I have ...
Created on 15 April 2024
100. A Recap: Public Screening of the Voices 8th Cohort Digital Stories
(News & Blog)
... shed more light on their personal stories and continued efforts in addressing FGM/C.  The event was well attended, with about 15 participants engaging deeply with the stories presented. Attendees expressed ...
Created on 11 April 2024