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Shudu Reacts: Female Genital Mutilation (FGM)

February 28, 2025

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.

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Shudufhadzo Musida raises awareness about mental health

October 10, 2023

It’s okay not to be okay, but what’s not okay is not doing anything about it.

This World Mental Health Day, UNFPA Regional Champion Shudufhadzo Musida speaks up for women and girls who don’t feel seen, heard or understood.

Learn more about why mental health isn’t a privilege but a universal human right.

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

August 18, 2023

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.

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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.