Date: Tuesday, August 4, 2026
Time: 10:00–11:30 AM EDT
Type: Virtual
Register: http://bit.ly/SahiyoEthicalResearch
This webinar brings together researchers and practitioners to explore ethical, contextual, and compassionate approaches to conducting research on FGM/C. Drawing on diverse disciplinary perspectives, the discussion will examine researcher positionality, community engagement, power dynamics, methodological decision-making, and the practical realities of conducting ethical research in culturally complex settings.
Our webinar features an esteemed panel of researchers and practitioners with expertise in ethical research, public health, psychology, community engagement, and gender-based violence. Our moderator and speakers include:
Moderator
- Dr Huda Syyed – Interdisciplinary researcher on FGC and GBV, educator & Founder of Sahara Sisters Collective.
Panelists
- Sean Callaghan – Head of Research, Orchid Project; PhD Researcher, University of Leicester.
- Dr Osman Mahmoudi – Faculty Member in Psychology and Counseling, Farhangian University; Director, Hamraz Counseling Center, Iran.
- Dr Shobana Powell – CEO & Founder, Shobana Powell Consulting.
- Dr Karen A. McDonnell – Associate Professor, Department of Prevention and Community Health, Milken Institute School of Public Health, George Washington University.