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61. Legislative Updates: Connecticut Moves Closer to Passing a Bill to Support Survivors of Female Genital Cutting
(News & Blog)
... spoke at the Feb 4th Press conference presented, shared with the public that her office had issued a citation recognizing February 6th as International Day of Zero Tolerance for FGM/C. This citation also ...
Created on 18 February 2025
62. Uniting to End FGM/C Across the Americas: A Joint Statement
(News & Blog)
... the Americas Alliance —a collaborative network dedicated to addressing FGM/C through cross-border cooperation, shared knowledge and resources, and survivor-informed approaches. By bringing diverse voices ...
Created on 06 February 2025
63. Critical Intersections Research Shifts Towards Implementation of Findings in Technical Assistance Trainings
(News & Blog)
... work within various GBV organizations. The training also shared existing models where intersectional collaborations have proven successful when it comes to addressing the larger topic of what perpetuates ...
Created on 14 January 2025
64. Sustainable Development Goals: How the UNs Benchmarks Align with Sahiyo’s Mission to End Female Gential Cutting
(News & Blog)
By Elaina Baliner Sahiyo’s Fundraising and Auction Intern Elaina Baliner is a recent graduate of The Ohio State University where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Health and Rehabilitation Sciences ...
Created on 12 December 2024
65. Reflections on the Sahiyo Activist Retreat: A Transformative Experience
(News & Blog)
By Maryam Kamal Eldin When I first heard about the Sahiyo Activist Retreat, I knew I had to be a part of it. The retreat presented a unique opportunity for me to connect with others who shared the same ...
Created on 12 December 2024
66. Breaking the Silence
(News & Blog)
...  What have you learned or most enjoyed during the workshop and by meeting others who shared their stories? During the workshop, I learned the power of vulnerability and the strength that comes from ...
Created on 05 November 2024
67. Perseverance and Power
(News & Blog)
... you’ve been but where you’re going. I was also excited about coming together with my fellow survivors and sharing our stories, as well as bonding with them over our shared experiences.  When I went through ...
Created on 05 November 2024
68. On My Own Terms
(News & Blog)
... the law.  What have you learned or most enjoyed during the workshop and by meeting others who shared their stories? What I enjoyed the most about the workshop was the safe space created for us.  This ...
Created on 05 November 2024
69. My Journey to Advocacy
(News & Blog)
... advocate, and more importantly, as a friend.  Because these women shared their stories with me, I learned so much about the practice that I hadn’t known, even as an advocate. Everyone’s story of FGM/C ...
Created on 05 November 2024
70. Reflecting on the "Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting in California - Past, Present, and Future" Webina
(News & Blog)
... Women's Shelter. The speakers shared their histories of working in California, and in some cases globally, to raise awareness about the prevalence of FGC in the state. The conversation then turned to ...
Created on 17 October 2024
71. 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
72. Sahiyo U.S. Releases New Impact Report: Policy Outreach, Education, and Advocacy Program
(News & Blog)
... social workers, childcare professionals, etc...), lawmakers, and constituents while also engaging them to support policies addressing FGC. Unite diverse stakeholders and establish shared concerns and ...
Created on 20 August 2024
73. Reflecting on the FGC 101 Training at the Illinois Coalition Against Sexual Assault Conference
(News & Blog)
... colleagues and the audience's shared passion, created a sense of community and solidarity that was comforting and empowering. It allowed me and the participants to voice the struggles and triumphs ...
Created on 30 July 2024
74. Paving the Path to End FGC in Washington State! Year 1 in Review
(News & Blog)
... of our efforts. In Year 1, our outreach activities brought together over 100 individuals, creating spaces for meaningful conversations and shared learning. Through a series of informative events, including ...
Created on 18 July 2024
75. Starting the Dialogue: Sharing Your Experiences on Initiating Conversations with Men about Female Genital Cutting
(News & Blog)
... fathers felt so comfortable in the discussion that they shared personal stories about their childhood female friends who underwent the practice, describing how these friends were bedridden and unable to ...
Created on 21 June 2024
76. Rally, Revel, Repeat : A Changemakers Retreat!
(News & Blog)
... conversations with fellow activists. Trading perspectives, bonding over shared trauma, and feeling that profound sense of sisterhood - it was deeply cathartic and healing.  The retreat also gave me the ...
Created on 19 May 2024
77. Key takeaways from the “From Rhetoric to Reality: Closing the Funding Gap to End FGM/C” event
(News & Blog)
... to keep a law banning FGM alive. However, she still shared with us a short video message addressing funding needs and awareness about the situation in The Gambia. Meanwhile, international conceptual artist Sophia ...
Created on 09 May 2024
78. Reflections on Pain, Stigma, and Activism
(News & Blog)
... and advocating for individuals who experience chronic vulvovaginal and pelvic pain. Panelists shared their personal stories, which touched on topics survivors of female genital cutting (FGC) also can relate ...
Created on 09 April 2024
79. Finding safe people and protecting your peace is key, says activist Grace Culqui
(News & Blog)
...   “If you've never shared your story before, with people you'll get that validation and you'll get the love that you should receive when sharing a hard story.”  As a result of those conversations, ...
Created on 26 March 2024
80. Pathways to Progress: Community Engagement in Ending Female Genital Cutting Reflection
(News & Blog)
On March 18th, Sahiyo in partnership with RTI International hosted a virtual community forum to discuss the role of community engagement in prevention efforts to raise awareness on FGM/C and support communities ...
Created on 19 March 2024