Sahiyo is excited to unveil our new guide, Sharing Your Experience with Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting (FGM/C), in partnership with the Voices to End FGM/C project. This project is a dynamic collaboration between Sahiyo U.S., Silence Speaks, and the Asian Women’s Shelter.
This guide is designed to empower survivors, activists, and advocates by providing the necessary resources to learn how to share personal narratives publicly. This resource aims to amplify voices, educate communities, and, ultimately, mobilize individuals to take personal steps toward addressing female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C).
What You'll Find Inside:
- Writing Tips: Practical advice to help you craft and share your story in a way that feels right for you.
- Emotional Support: Insights on how to prepare yourself emotionally for the storytelling process.
- Public Sharing Guidance: Tips on how to share your story publicly, whether with friends, family, or a wider audience.
- Trauma Education: Information on the impacts of trauma and how to manage the feelings that might come up.
We also encourage you to explore our Voices to End FGM/C website and discover the diverse stories from across the globe.
Why This Guide Is Important
Each story shared through this guide humanizes the issue of FGM/C, fostering empathy and inspiring action.
For many survivors and advocates, sharing personal stories can be a powerful step towards healing and can also be a way for them to make a difference in their communities. Making space for people to tell their stories can help to transform feelings of helplessness into resilience and solidarity. By sharing our voices, we join in a brave community of survivors and advocates working to raise awareness and inspire change on this issue
Ready to Share Your Story?
If you’re ready to start sharing your experience with FGM/C, this guide is here to help. Your story is powerful and can make a significant impact in helping to raise awareness and support for ending FGM/C for future generations.
Get the Guide
You can access the guide today on the Voices website. You can also learn more about the Voices to End FGM/C program on Sahiyos website If you have any questions or need further support, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us. We’re here for you!
Contact Us
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Your voice matters. Share your story and be part of the change.