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81. Sahiyo research uplifts how intersectionality impacts the movement to end FGM/C this February 6th
(News & Blog)
... from the Trump Administration. Expanding on the findings of our first two reports, this body of work includes insights derived from in-depth interviews conducted with 29 key experts across various social ...
Created on 06 February 2025
82. Press Conference Announced In Honor of International Day of Zero Tolerance to Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting (FGMC)
(News & Blog)
... event to learn more about the fight against FGM/C and how Connecticut is taking a stand. For additional information or to schedule interviews: Rep. Jillian Gilchrest (D-18 district) Phone: 860-240-0492 ...
Created on 29 January 2025
83. Intern Spotlight: Fundraising and Auction Intern Elaina Baliner
(News & Blog)
... and voices are heard. I vividly remember being genuinely excited for my interview, eager to learn more about Sahiyo’s initiatives and hopeful for the opportunity to contribute to an organization working ...
Created on 11 October 2024
84. Intern Spotlight: Policy Intern Sara Khattak
(News & Blog)
... be an intern at Sahiyo this past spring, and then began my work with Sahiyo in July 2024.  What does your work with Sahiyo involve? As a policy intern, I attend state coalition meetings, interview ...
Created on 15 August 2024
85. Reflecting on Virtual and In-Person Sessions for Voices to End FGM/C Workshop 2024
(News & Blog)
... our last day together. They took photos and b-roll footage to create a behind-the-scenes video about the workshop. Facilitators and participants were interviewed about their roles and experiences, and ...
Created on 16 July 2024
86. Volunteer Spotlight: Policy Intern Juliet Shires
(News & Blog)
... and interviewing coalition members in order to write blog posts highlighting the work that the coalition is doing. Most recently I have been planning the “CA Coalition - FGM/C in California - Past, Present, ...
Created on 11 July 2024
87. Starting the Dialogue: Sharing Your Experiences on Initiating Conversations with Men about Female Genital Cutting
(News & Blog)
... Here’s how I approached it. A Respectful Approach As a Sudanese researcher (EM), it was important for me to conduct interviews with respect and politeness, because respecting men is a big part of my ...
Created on 21 June 2024
88. Impactful Media Reporting on Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting in the United States: A Reflection on our April 17, 2024 Webinar
(News & Blog)
... relationships, and how to make it visual. I had several conversations with Mariya, always kind of thinking about what types of work I could highlight. By the end, I was able to interview three survivor ...
Created on 21 May 2024
89. Sahiyo staff spotlight: Editorial Coordinator Sheena Vasani
(News & Blog)
... I eventually showered). What does your work with Sahiyo include? So many things! My work involves interviewing survivors and allies as well as writing and editing blog posts, but it also includes outreach, ...
Created on 20 May 2024
90. Call to Write
(News & Blog)
SAHIYO WANTS TO HEAR FROM YOU!  At Sahiyo, we’re always looking to publish blogs from fresh perspectives about anything and everything related to FGC and our mission. Maybe you read an article or watched ...
Created on 14 May 2024
91. Critical Intersections of FGM/C: Law and Policy in Systems of Oppression Presentation
(News & Blog)
... survey (published in our second report) and in-depth qualitative interviews (to be published later in 2024). The project seeks to understand both challenges that FGM/C survivors and activists face, as ...
Created on 16 April 2024
92. Critical Intersections of FGM/C: The Value of Intersectionality in Cross-Collaboration Webinar
(News & Blog)
... survey (published in our second report) and in-depth qualitative interviews (to be published later in 2024). The project seeks to understand both challenges that FGM/C survivors and activists face, as ...
Created on 16 April 2024
93. Finding freedom through sharing your story: how speaking up liberated activist Lomaris "Lo" Diaz ...
(News & Blog)
... the panelists, Grace Culqui, I had the pleasure of interviewing another participant: Lomaris "Lo" Diaz. For years, Lomaris struggled with vulvovaginal issues which caused her intense pain on both a physical ...
Created on 26 March 2024
94. Finding safe people and protecting your peace is key, says activist Grace Culqui
(News & Blog)
... Floor Dysfunction, and Lichen Sclerosus. In our interview, we got to learn more about her process of connecting with others and sharing her story. I found her insights to be both inspiring and honest, ...
Created on 26 March 2024
95. Sahiyo staff spotlight: Editorial Assistant Megan Seaver
(News & Blog)
... with the process of interviewing survivors. As an intern, I had mostly worked with transcripts from previously conducted interviews with survivors and activists, and used these to write up blogs. As Editorial ...
Created on 02 January 2024
96. Secrecy leads to the continuation of FGC in families and communities
(News & Blog)
... interviewing Bakhan about her work and what inspired to get involved in work to end FGC.  “I came to know FGC very late in my life, because I graduated college and I was searching for a job. So I was ...
Created on 02 January 2024
97. Volunteer Spotlight: Social Media and Communications Intern Xinge Lei
(News & Blog)
... me for an interview and that was the most comfortable and relaxed interview I’ve ever had. I knew then that Sahiyo was a good place for me. What does your work with Sahiyo involve? My main responsibility ...
Created on 09 November 2023
98. Zoom Interview
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Created on 15 August 2022
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Created on 12 May 2022
100. Conversation with a Bhaiyo: Advising a concerned father
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By Urvashi Sharma I recently spoke with Mohammad Chappalwala about being a Bhaiyo, or male ally, and some of his experiences. It was a great opportunity to learn more about Mohammad’s story, and the ...
Created on 15 August 2022
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The History of Addressing Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting via Legislation in Connecticut
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The History of Addressing Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting via Legislation in Connecticut
By: Katie Bai Female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C) is a harmful social norm involving the...
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The History of Addressing Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting in Montana
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The History of Addressing Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting in Montana
By: Katie Bai Female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C) is a harmful social norm involving the...
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Urge Senator Winfield to Protect Girls from FGM/C in Connecticut
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It's been four long years of advocating for a comprehensive bill that protects girls from female...
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