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81. Sahiyo volunteer spotlight: Research intern Madrisha Debnath
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Madrisha Debnath is a graduate from Jawaharlal Nehru University in New Delhi with a masters in geography. Her research interests are in the area of feminist geography, geography of bodies and embodiment. ...
Created on 21 July 2021
82. Research Studies on FGC
(Resources)
... to transform a social norm – Reflection on phase II of the UNFPA-UNICEF Joint Programme on Female Genital Mutilation 2016 FGM INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE – RESEARCH – ADVOCACY – POLICIES – ACTION ...
Created on 04 December 2020
83. Research study explores female genital cutting
(News & Blog)
“Talking about Female Genital Cutting (FGC): A Study” is a research study undertaken to explore the way communities talk about FGC, the challenges of having such conversations, and the attitudes toward ...
Created on 29 September 2020
84. Sleeping researchers and lack of data on female genital cutting in Pakistan
(News & Blog)
... FGC.  As I grew older and gravitated toward research and data collection, I found an article that mentioned FGC being practised in Pakistan. I was determined to gather contemporary data and historical ...
Created on 17 September 2020
85. Population Council hosts second webinar on FGM/C research
(News & Blog)
By Hunter Kessous The Population Council recently hosted a fascinating webinar, “Using Research to Understand and Accelerate The Abandonment of Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting (FGM/C).” It was the ...
Created on 02 July 2020
86. Population Council hosts webinar highlighting research on FGM/C
(News & Blog)
By Hunter Kessous On May 14th, the Population Council hosted the first of two webinars comprising a series titled, “Evidence to End FGM/C: Research to Help Girls and Women Thrive.” Beginning in 2015 ...
Created on 30 June 2020
87. Learning new methods of data analysis to conduct research on female genital cutting
(News & Blog)
Photo Courtesy Of Pixabay on Pexels.com By Cameron Adelman A major finding of the research project I have been conducting on the social and emotional correlates of female genital cutting (FGC) is that ...
Created on 25 April 2019
88. 'Call it by the Name': A researcher’s dilemma on the FGM-FGC terminology debat
(News & Blog)
... genitalia ‘for non-medical reasons’ as a researcher, the biggest challenge for me was to ‘call it by the name’. Disagreements regarding the usage of the term ‘mutilation’ in Female Genital Mutilation ...
Created on 27 June 2018
89. FGC Articles & Research in Other Countries
(News & Blog)
... An Exploratory Action Research on Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting Practices in the Bangsamoro Region, Philippines FGC in Russia: Female circumcision in Moscow clinic sparks ‘complete shock’ Russia ...
Created on 04 December 2017
90. Research Studies on FGC
(News & Blog)
... Mutilation   FGM INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE – RESEARCH – ADVOCACY – POLICIES – ACTION – May 10-11, 2016 – UN Geneva   WHO guidelines on the management of health complications from ...
Created on 07 July 2017
91. Announcement: A new research project on Khatna in Mumbai
(News & Blog)
by Keire Murphy and Cleo Egli An exciting new research project is being undertaken in Mumbai and its environs this summer which hopes to bring a new perspective to the international discussion of khatna. ...
Created on 20 June 2017
92. Intern Spotlight: Katie Bai
(News & Blog)
... I decided to research the topic more and write a paper about FGM/C for a human rights class I was taking. The justifications for the practice surprised me, but the prevalence of the practice in the United ...
Created on 10 April 2025
93. Reflecting on the Critical Intersections Webinar
(News & Blog)
On February 27th, Sahiyo’s Research Coordinator Rachel Wine, and Executive Director Mariya Taher led the webinar, “Intersectional Approaches Strengthen Alliances and Build Movements to End FGM/C,” to announce ...
Created on 21 March 2025
94. Supporting Survivors in the LGBTQIA+ Community: How Sahiyo Helped Afiqa Attend the ASEAN Queer Leadership Week
(News & Blog)
... to spread the word about the impact of FGM/C, its pervasiveness in our region, and how it is connected to LGBTQIA+ issues. According to Sahiyo’s research on intersectionality titled “Examining Intersections ...
Created on 06 February 2025
95. Uniting to End FGM/C Across the Americas: A Joint Statement
(News & Blog)
... to End FGM,” we are delighted to announce the formation of the Americas Alliance to End FGM/C.  The Americas Alliance will serve as a coalition of organizations, governments, researchers, activists, ...
Created on 06 February 2025
96. Sahiyo condemns recent executive order conflating female genital mutilation/cutting with gender-affirming care
(News & Blog)
... realities. In fact, Sahiyo studied the intersection between FGM/C and LGBTQIA+ issues in our Critical Intersections Research Project. From our work with survivors, our research, and our experiences, ...
Created on 31 January 2025
97. Learning the complicated history of passing FGM/C legislation in Maine
(News & Blog)
... doing more research, I discovered Maine’s complicated history of attempting to pass anti-FGM/C legislation, as well as the intersectional issues surrounding the two bills and one ballot initiative, on ...
Created on 20 January 2025
98. Intern Spotlight: Fundraising & Auction Intern Lisa Zhu
(News & Blog)
... intern, I assist in finding funding opportunities to support Sahiyo’s programs. One aspect of my work involves conducting research to find relevant grants for Sahiyo and drafting grant applications. Over ...
Created on 14 January 2025
99. Sustainable Development Goals: How the UNs Benchmarks Align with Sahiyo’s Mission to End Female Gential Cutting
(News & Blog)
... and continuing education for practicing healthcare professionals. On the research front, Sahiyo has conducted meaningful studies on prevalence, cultural intersections, and survivor narratives, addressing ...
Created on 12 December 2024
100. Reflecting on the webinar "Youth Advocates Against Female Genital Cutting - A Conversation on Change
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... around FGC. One advocate emphasized the importance of research and access to resources in academic institutions. Another spoke on the power of intergenerational engagement, highlighting how each generation ...
Created on 14 November 2024
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