6 February 2024 marks the 13th anniversary of the ‘International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation’, established by the United Nations General Assembly in line with the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The day provides the opportunity for Governments, Member States, civil society organizations, development partners, activists, and other relevant stakeholders to raise awareness, renew commitments and reiterate that female genital mutilation is an unacceptable harmful practice and a violation of women and girls’ basic human rights.
Please follow the link for more information.
International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation | United Nations
Female genital mutilation (FGM) – NHS (www.nhs.uk)
What is FGM? Follow the link for information
FGM – the facts leaflet (publishing.service.gov.uk)
