June 2022

My experience is a tool to create social change

30 Jun

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My experience is a tool to create social change

By Zahra Qaiyumi In the process of creating a video as part of the Voices to End FGC project, I was able to pull scattered thoughts and memories into a clear and concise picture. The workshop allowed ... read more..

29 Jun

Programs

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Research

Research Research is critical to understanding the prevalence and impact of FGC as well as how to engage in programs and methods to end it. Sahiyo conducts innovative research to bridge the gap in da... read more..

Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse Belong in the Movement to End FGC

24 Jun

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Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse Belong in the Movement to End FGC

By Anonymous I am a survivor of childhood sexual abuse. Though for much of my life, “victim” felt like the most honest word. Those experiences have shaped my relationships, both to others and with mys... read more..

Notre Webinaire À Venir: Comprendre les normes sociales pour mettre fin aux mutilations génitales féminines

22 Jun

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Notre Webinaire À Venir: Comprendre les normes sociales pour mettre fin aux mutilations génitales féminines

À propos du webinaire Même si les mutilations génitales féminines (MGF) sont condamnées par de nombreux traités et conventions à l'échelle internationnale, elles continuent d’être pratiquées con... read more..

Upcoming webinar: Understanding Social Norms to End Female Genital Cutting

20 Jun

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Upcoming webinar: Understanding Social Norms to End Female Genital Cutting

About the Webinar Even though Female Genital Cutting (FGC) is condemned by many international treaties and conventions, it continues to be performed in accordance with social norms. Social norms... read more..

Reflections on research: Digital Storytelling as a narrative intervention for survivors of FGM/C

13 Jun

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Reflections on research: Digital Storytelling as a narrative intervention for survivors of FGM/C

Where, and how, does agency (or one’s capacity to act) manifest itself for survivors of female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C)? How can survivors heal and find community with each other?&n... read more..

Sahiyo volunteer spotlight: Development intern Avery Boudreau

13 Jun

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Sahiyo volunteer spotlight: Development intern Avery Boudreau

Avery is currently pursuing an undergraduate degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in statistics and economics. She is passionate about women’s and animals’ rights, international... read more..

Reflecting on the 5th Annual Activist Retreat for members of the Bohra Community

09 Jun

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Reflecting on the 5th Annual Activist Retreat for members of the Bohra Community

By Zehra Patwa From June 3rd to June 5th, we hosted our 5th Annual Sahiyo Bohra Anti-FGC Activist Retreat, which occurred virtually. Once again, we had new faces and alumni join us for the retrea... read more..

Sahiyo U.S. joins South Asian SOAR as member organization

06 Jun

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Sahiyo U.S. joins South Asian SOAR as member organization

Sahiyo U.S. is grateful to be welcomed as one of the newest member organizations of South Asian SOAR, a U.S.-based coalition working to end gender-based violence (GBV) in the South Asian diaspora. SOA... read more..

Webinar reflection: Centring Community in FGM/C Behaviour Change Theory

03 Jun

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Webinar reflection: Centring Community in FGM/C Behaviour Change Theory

By Ellen Ince On May 12th, I attended the webinar, Centring Community in FGM/C Behaviour Change Theory. This webinar was presented by Dr. Bettina Shell-Duncan, a Professor of Anthropology at Universit... read more..