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41. Learning new methods of data analysis to conduct research on female genital cutting
(News & Blog)
... my data analysis completed, I’ve begun the work of writing the paper that will hopefully be submitted for publication in a research journal at the end of the semester. The results so far suggest unique ...
Created on 25 April 2019
42. My experience of healing by attending the 2019 Sahiyo Activist Retreat in the U.S.
(News & Blog)
... journalled my realizations. Later, in a pair-share exercise with the woman sitting next to me, I found myself relating to an aspect of her story, even though it was quite different from my own. It ...
Created on 18 April 2019
43. The experience of hosting my very own Thaal Pe Charcha
(News & Blog)
... world. The conversations bordered around what each one was doing in their lives, professionally and otherwise. We discussed issues such as soft-feminism, journalism, opinions on certain movies and the ...
Created on 16 April 2019
44. Sahiyo Staff Spotlight: Lara Kingstone
(News & Blog)
... Communications at IDC Herzliya, an Israeli University, while working as a journalist at The Culture Trip and producing and hosting a human rights radio program. She then worked at an educational center ...
Created on 17 March 2019
45. Spotlight on Annual Conference Program: The Role of Laws and Social Norms: How to Eradicate Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting (CLE) (Human Rights Track) (2022-04-28)
(Events Calendar/Spotlight on Annual Conference Program: The Role of Laws and Social Norms: How to Eradicate Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting (CLE) (Human Rights Track))
... DC Speakers: Isabella Micali Drossos, Senior Counsel, The World Bank, Washington, DC Giselle Portenier, Journalist, End FGM Canada Network, Vancouver, BC Canada Mariya Taher, Sahiyo, ...
Created on 25 April 2022
46. Understanding Social Norms to End Female Genital Cutting (2022-07-01)
(Events Calendar/Understanding Social Norms to End Female Genital Cutting)
... journalist and winner of the Chameli Devi Jain Award. We are delighted to have Maryan Abdikadir and Molly Melching as our distinguished guest speakers. Maryan Abdikadir is a survivor and activist ...
Created on 29 June 2022
47. A Quiet Violence: Navigating Female Genital Cutting as an LGBTQ+ Survivor (2022-06-23)
(Events Calendar/A Quiet Violence: Navigating Female Genital Cutting as an LGBTQ+ Survivor)
... Over Books, 2020) and I NEED THIS TO NOT SWALLOW ME ALIVE (Gingerbug Press, 2021). They are the founder of Dearest Mearest. Their work has been featured in BOAAT Press, Peregrine Journal, and several other ...
Created on 29 June 2022
48. Sahiyo x Free2Luv Art & Wellness Workshop for Sahiyo Alumni (08 May 2025 18:30)
(Events / Community Meeting)
... to End FGM/C alumni guiding them through a creative team-building experience. Each participant (up to 15) will receive an EXPRESS IT! art journal and art supply pouch. This program provides a perfect way ...
Created on 03 June 2025
49. Impactful Media Reporting on FGM/C in the United States - A Conversation (17 April 2024 15:00)
(Events / Webinar)
... - in all its forms. Journalists, reporters, and other media professionals can play the vital role of bringing the deep-rooted complexities of FGM/C to the public and increasing awareness of the prevalence ...
Created on 04 April 2024
50. AFTTAP-Hosted Webinar on Digital Storytelling (01 August 2023 10:30)
(Events / Webinar)
... around the world in sharing personal stories of gender, health, and human rights. She has authored several journal articles and books chapters about this work. Amy lives in Berkeley, where she continues ...
Created on 10 July 2023
51. Supporting Survivors in the LGBTQIA+ Community: How Sahiyo Helped Afiqa Attend the ASEAN Queer Leadership Week
(News & Blog)
... education for rural children, animal rights, climate justice and sustainability, journalism, and refugee and migrant rights. Of course, the issue of FGM/C falls under sexual and reproductive health rights ...
Created on 06 February 2025
52. Sahiyo research uplifts how intersectionality impacts the movement to end FGM/C this February 6th
(News & Blog)
... other social justice movements, strengthens our overall work to end FGM/C.   Speakers:  Aarefa Johari is a journalist and feminist activist based in Mumbai, India. She has been advocating for an end ...
Created on 06 February 2025
53. Reflecting on the 2024 Asian Pacific Institute for Gender Based Violence National Summit
(News & Blog)
... gatherings and conversations at the Summit, but for me, the highlight was listening to API-GBV Executive Director, Monica Khant in her fireside chat with activist and journalist Helen Zia. A key figure ...
Created on 13 September 2024
54. Intern Spotlight: Policy Intern Sara Khattak
(News & Blog)
... Certified Personal Trainer and Executive Officer for the Fencing Club. Off campus, she enjoys staying home to read, play video games, and journal. Sara hopes to aspire to leverage her skills and interests ...
Created on 15 August 2024
55. Impactful Media Reporting on Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting in the United States: A Reflection on our April 17, 2024 Webinar
(News & Blog)
... included a panel of media and advocacy experts, such as:  Washington State Senator Karen Kaiser,  Emma Batha of Thomson Reuters Foundation News,  Journalist Milena Mikael Debass,  and documentary ...
Created on 21 May 2024
56. Sahiyo staff spotlight: Editorial Coordinator Sheena Vasani
(News & Blog)
Sheena Vasani joined Sahiyo as its Editorial Coordinator in January 2024. She is a journalist with over a decade of experience working for major media outlets, startups, and charities. A strong believer ...
Created on 20 May 2024
57. Upcoming Event: "Impactful Media Reporting on Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting in the United States: A Conversation
(News & Blog)
... that will explore the intricacies of reporting on female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C). This invitation extends to all media professionals — reporters, journalists, editors, and communication and ...
Created on 09 April 2024
58. Upcoming Equality Now media training
(News & Blog)
On December 13th from 12-2:30 PM (Malaysia time), Sahiyo India is participating in a media training workshop with Equality Now and Kalyanamitra. The workshop’s aim is to sensitize journalists and media ...
Created on 08 December 2023
59. Reflecting on the 2023 Activists Retreat
(News & Blog)
... to achieve lasting results. Together, we participated in workshops, engaged in difficult but important conversations, which were followed by self-care activities like journaling exercises or yoga at the ...
Created on 15 November 2023
60. Volunteer spotlight: Editorial Intern Cecilia Mwakenya
(News & Blog)
Cecilia Mwakenya is a journalist, and a recent graduate from Rural Aid Kenya, where she pursued a diploma in communications (broadcast option). Previously, she worked as a social media volunteer at Tunza ...
Created on 19 April 2023
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