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A silent epidemic: The fight to end female genital mutilation in Colombia

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In 2007, it was revealed that FGM has long been widely practiced among Colombia's Emberá people. © UNFPA Colombia
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Kenyan journalist wins first UNFPA/Guardian award for FGM reporting

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Changing the dialogue: Speaking out against female genital mutilation in Indonesia

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In Indonesia, 51% per cent of women under the age of 19 have been subjected to FGM. © UNFPA Indonesia
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Female genital mutilation (FGM) frequently asked questions

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Female genital mutilation (FGM) frequently asked questions

Women and girls, aged 15-49, who have undergone some form of FGM

Girls born between 2010-2015 will experience
Girls born between 2010-2015 will experience
Girls born between 2010-2015 will experience
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  • 0% - 24.9%
  • 25% - 49.9%
  • 50% - 74.9%
  • 75% - 100%
* Ages vary by country

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Women and girls, aged 15-49, who have undergone some form of FGM

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  • 0% - 24.9%
  • 25% - 49.9%
  • 50% - 74.9%
  • 75% - 100%
© United Nations Population Fund
Source: Demographic and Health Surveys
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“Never, ever” again – a former circumciser calls for an end to FGM

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Asiya, a former circumciser, now urges community members to abandon FGM. © UNFPA Ethiopia
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S/he will provide administrative support for the UNFPA-UNICEF Joint Programme on Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting.

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