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UNFPA-UNICEF Joint Evaluation of the UNFPA-UNICEF Joint Programme on Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting (FGM/C): Accelerating Change
Document date: 2013
Evaluation type: Global
Region: n/a
Joint evaluation: Yes
System-wide evaluation: n/a
The joint evaluation assesses the extent to which the UNFPA-UNICEF joint programme has accelerated the abandonment of FGM/C in 15 programme countries (2008-2012). The evaluation provides an opportunity to ensure accountability to donors and other stakeholders, and is also a useful learning exercise. The evaluation assesses the relevance, efficiency, sustainability and the effectiveness of the holistic and multi-sectoral approach adopted by UNFPA and UNICEF in their programme for the acceleration of the abandonment of FGM/C. Furthermore, it also assesses the quality of the coordination mechanisms that have been established at the global level and within countries to maximize the effectiveness of joint programme interventions. Finally, the evaluation provides recommendations for the future direction of the FGM/C policies and programmes and gives UNFPA and UNICEF insights into the successes and challenges in conducting joint programming.
Country Reports
The case studies presented below are independent assessments of the UNFPA-UNICEF joint programme support for the acceleration of the abandonment of the FGM/C in Kenya, Burkina Faso, Senegal and Sudan.
Kenya Country Case Study Report
Burkina Faso Country Case Study Report
Senegal Country Case Study Report
Sudan Country Case Study Report
| Country Entry Date in the FGM/C Joint Programme | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 2009 | 2011 |
| 1. Djibouti | 9. Burkina Faso | 13. Eritrea |
| 2. Egypt | 10. Gambia | 14. Mali |
| 3. Ethiopia | 11. Uganda | 15. Mauritania |
| 4. Guinea | 12. Somalia | |
| 5. Guinea Bissau | ||
| 6. Kenya | ||
| 7. Senegal | ||
| 8. Sudan | ||
Further reads
Presentation of Main Results of the Joint Evaluation at the International Conference on FGM/C in Rome
Informal Consultation with the Executive Boards of UNICEF and UNFPA
Formal Consultation with UNFPA Executive Board, Statement of the Director, Evaluation Office
Terms of Reference and Inception Report
Evaluation documents
Evaluation Report - Volume 1
Executive Summary
Evaluation Brief
Joint Management Response
Additional resources
Video
Nikkolas Smith joins forces with the United Nations to help end female genital mutilation
26 September 2022
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bRh7Wu3SXho
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bRh7Wu3SXho
Nikkolas Smith joins forces with the United Nations to help end female genital mutilation
As an Artivist, Nikkolas Smith's mission is to inspire people to take action and make a positive change in the world.
His latest artwork is part of an exhibition presented and organized by the UNFPA-UNICEF Joint Programme on the Elimination of Female Genital Mutilation (FGM).
The exhibition highlighted the importance of engaging men and boys in eliminating female genital mutilation.
2021 Annual Report of FGM Joint Programme
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This report highlights achievements made in 2021 and the overall performance analysis of Phase III (2018 – 2021). It outlines the challenges and opportunities in the efforts led by UNFPA and UNICEF to eliminate female genital mutilation (FGM) and showcases the programme’s commitment to shifting approaches, creating positive impacts, and contributing to the 2022-2025 strategic plans for both organizations.
The report focuses on measures empowering girls and women to claim their right to be free of FGM as well as a community centered, interpersonal, and group-based approach that encourages gender and social norms change. It details the state of existing policy and legal frameworks in countries with Joint Programme support along with the comprehensive coverage of essential health and associated FGM services in 2021.
2021 Country Profiles
Publisher
UNFPA, UNICEF
Publication date
Sep 2022
Resources
Yemen 2021 Country Profile
The Country Profile provides snapshots of the context and key achievements in Yemen, with Joint Programme implementation in Phase III.
This Country Profile is part of the 2021 Annual Report of FGM Joint Programme.
Publisher
UNFPA, UNICEF
Publication date
Sep 2022
Resources
Uganda 2021 Country Profile
The Country Profile provides snapshots of the context and key achievements in Uganda, with Joint Programme implementation in Phase III.
This Country Profile is part of the 2021 Annual Report of FGM Joint Programme.
Publisher
UNFPA, UNICEF
Publication date
Sep 2022
Resources
Sudan 2021 Country Profile
The Country Profile provides snapshots of the context and key achievements in Sudan, with Joint Programme implementation in Phase III.
This Country Profile is part of the 2021 Annual Report of FGM Joint Programme.
Publisher
UNFPA, UNICEF
Publication date
Sep 2022
Resources
Somalia 2021 Country Profile
The Country Profile provides snapshots of the context and key achievements in Somalia, with Joint Programme implementation in Phase III.
This Country Profile is part of the 2021 Annual Report of FGM Joint Programme.
Publisher
UNFPA, UNICEF
Publication date
Sep 2022
Resources
Senegal 2021 Country Profile
The Country Profile provides snapshots of the context and key achievements in Senegal, with Joint Programme implementation in Phase III.
This Country Profile is part of the 2021 Annual Report of FGM Joint Programme.