Shudu Reacts: Female Genital Mutilation (FGM)

Female genital mutilation (FGM) is a harmful practice that is internationally recognized as a human rights violation.

Unfortunately, a lot of myths and misinformation about FGM still exist that perpetuate the practice.

So, where is it practiced? What are the consequences? And are men against it?

Let Shudufhadzo Musida, UNFPA Global Champion for Women and Girls, tell you the facts as she reacts to real online comments about FGM.

World Humanitarian Day: A message from Ashley Judd - UNFPA Goodwill Ambassador

With humanitarian needs at record levels, UNFPA aid workers around the world make heroic efforts to support women, girls and those with disabilities, often amidst chaos and danger. 

On World Humanitarian Day, watch UNFPA Goodwill Ambassador Ashley Judd’s call for a worldwide end to violence against humanitarian workers and women and girls.

News

We must empower women and girls to claim their bodily autonomy, leaders affirm

19 March 2021
Catarina Furtado visits a new mother in a maternity ward. The right to make essential choices, such as when and whether to become a parent, and to see a doctor, must be realized for all, she said. Image courtesy of Catarina Furtado.
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Sessions and Informals

United Nations Population Award Ceremony

Online
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Updates

Isha Sesay joins UNFPA as Goodwill Ambassador to help the fight against violence against women and girls

25 Nov 2020
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Press Release

“We’ve had enough of violence against women and girls. It’s time for justice.” New UNFPA Goodwill Ambassador Isha Sesay joins the fight to end violence against women, female genital mutilation and child marriages

25 November 2020
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Press Release

Queen Mother of Bhutan and HelpAge India receive 2020 UN Population Award

11 November 2020
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