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1. About - Our Story
Created on 30 November -0001
2. Engaging the Next Generation: A Conversation on Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting
(News & Blog)
... of both the policy landscape and the human rights implications of FGM/C. Their curiosity and critical thinking skills were evident as they asked about the legal gap between the federal ban on FGM/C and ...
Created on 10 April 2025
3. Intern Spotlight: Katie Bai
(News & Blog)
Every month, Sahiyo likes to highlight the incredible work of our staff members, fellows, and interns. Today, we're spotlighting Sahiyo's current Policy Intern, Katie Bai. Katie is a student at the University ...
Created on 10 April 2025
4. Reframing FGM/C Through an Intersectional Lens at CSW69
(News & Blog)
... complicating advocacy efforts. Audience members explored how redefining FGM/C within the SGBV framework can open doors for deeper policy and health system integration. Affirmation 3: We need to expose ...
Created on 18 March 2025
5. Help a Change Maker Through the FGM/C Policy Advocate Care Fund
(News & Blog)
In late 2025, Sahiyo introduced The FGM/C Policy Advocate Care Fund, a partnership between Sahiyo and The U.S. End FGM/C Network. This fund was created to provide resources to the incredible advocates ...
Created on 13 March 2025
6. Sahiyo Releases Toolkit for Survivor and Community Engagement to Address FGM/C
(News & Blog)
Sahiyo is pleased to announce the release of the new resource, How to Engage Survivors & Communities Impacted by Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting(FGM/C): A Toolkit for Creating Engagement. This toolkit ...
Created on 11 March 2025
7. Reflection on the Sahiyo Activists Retreat 2024: Zahara Kagalwalla
(News & Blog)
... reminder that activism isn’t just about policy; it’s also about healing.  The retreat was packed with powerful sessions, but a few moments were especially memorable: Hopes for the retreat: Things started ...
Created on 18 February 2025
8. Intern Spotlight: Policy Intern Rachel Aguilar
(News & Blog)
... Rachel recently joined Sahiyo as a Policy Intern. How did you first get involved with Sahiyo? I first got involved with Sahiyo because I was intrigued by the organization and despite learning about ...
Created on 18 February 2025
9. Uniting to End FGM/C Across the Americas: A Joint Statement
(News & Blog)
... support networks that are responsive to the cultural and holistic health needs of survivors.  Strengthen prevention strategies and policy frameworks by promoting the exchange of best practices and successful ...
Created on 06 February 2025
10. Connecticut’s Lieutenant Governor Recognizes International Day of Zero Tolerance for FGM/C
(News & Blog)
... policy changes, and support survivors in Connecticut. We are grateful for this public awareness and see it as a reminder of the importance of continuing the CT Coalition’s mission to ensure that every ...
Created on 06 February 2025
11. Press Conference Announced In Honor of International Day of Zero Tolerance to Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting (FGMC)
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... Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Rep. Nicole Klarides-Ditria (R-105 district) Phone: 860-240-8700 Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  Rosemary Lopez, CWCSEO Women’s Legislative Policy Analyst ...
Created on 29 January 2025
12. Sustainable Development Goals: How the UNs Benchmarks Align with Sahiyo’s Mission to End Female Gential Cutting
(News & Blog)
... policy coalitions, and technical training seminars, Sahiyo has found that as more people speak out and stimulate dialogue, we reach a threshold where change becomes more likely. By building this coalition ...
Created on 12 December 2024
13. Reflections on the Sahiyo Activist Retreat: A Transformative Experience
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... for community outreach, effective ways to engage with policymakers, and how to use storytelling as a powerful tool for change. I also appreciated the safe space created during the retreat, which allowed ...
Created on 12 December 2024
14. Not Who I Am
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... using our voices to try and stop these terrible things from happening. So I want people to know that.  nbsp; Lubaina Plumber is passionate about driving social change through  public policy ...
Created on 21 November 2024
15. The Washington Coalition to End Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting Interview Series: Amie Kujabi
(News & Blog)
By: Sara Khattak Recently, policy interns at Sahiyo have been interviewing members of the Washington Coalition to End FGM/C to learn more about coalition member’s important work toward creating policy ...
Created on 19 November 2024
16. Global Collaboration to End FGM/C Conference 2024
(News & Blog)
By Samman Masud Sahiyo U.S. Executive Director Mariya Taher attended the Global Collaboration to End FGM/C Conference in Washington D.C, a two-day event that brought together key stakeholders committed ...
Created on 18 November 2024
17. Training Recap: An Introduction to Female Genital Cutting with AshaKiran
(News & Blog)
... specific laws against FGC, emphasizing the importance of advocacy, policy change, and increased awareness in areas where legal protections for women and girls remain limited. Participants explored the ...
Created on 14 November 2024
18. On My Own Terms
(News & Blog)
... over 10 years of leadership experience in program and policy development, advocacy, and fundraising, Musu has made significant contributions to non-profit organizations as well as public institutions in ...
Created on 05 November 2024
19. My Journey to Advocacy
(News & Blog)
... Tall is originally from Cameroon and Mali but spent her formative years in Ethiopia. Currently serving as the Policy Research Associate at the US End FGM/C Network, she began her advocacy journey against ...
Created on 05 November 2024
20. The Washington Coalition to End FGM/C Interview Series: Dr. Muna Osman
(News & Blog)
Recently, policy interns at Sahiyo have been interviewing members of the Washington Coalition to End FGM/C to learn more about coalition members' important work toward policy creation on female genital ...
Created on 24 October 2024
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Reflecting on “Storytelling as a Tool for Female Genital Mutilation/ Cutting (FGM/C) Survivor-Centered Change” at CSW 69
On March 18, 2025, Sahiyo co-hosted a powerful parallel session during the 69th Commission on the...
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