Northern Ireland – National FGM Centre

Understanding Witchcraft, Spirit Possession and Ritualistic Abuse

A document that helps you to understand the issues, as well as what to do if you think someone is at risk

FGM Legislation in the UK – Infographic

A one-page infographic that highlights the key pieces of legislation in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. This includes information on Mandatory Reporting Duties, FGM Specific Laws and the Serious Crime Act 2015.

Female Genital Mutilation Act: 2003

Under the 2003 Act, a person is guilty of an offence if they excise, infibulate or otherwise mutilate the whole or any part of a girl’s or woman’s labia majora, labia minora or clitoris for non-medical reasons. Any person found guilty of an offence under the FGMAct is liable to a maximum penalty of 14 years imprisonment. The Act covers England, Wales and Northern Ireland and the nationality or residence status of the victim is irrelevant.

Briefing Paper: FGM (Northern Ireland)

This paper covers what FGM is, UK legal framework, International Human Rights Law, Commonwealth legal responses and recommendations

Understanding the Needs of Children in Northern Ireland

This guide is aimed at professionals who provide services to children, young people and their families, whether they work in the statutory, community or private sectors, who undertake or contribute to assessments under the UNOCINI Assessment Framework.

CUT – Some Wounds Never Heal (Lesson Plan)

Values vs Violence provide training to primary and secondary schools using the ‘Cut – some wounds never heal’ DVD. A tool to raise awareness and understanding of FGM issues in schools and communities, ‘Cut’ was commissioned in response to concerns raised by schools who were dealing with victims and disclosure. The film is 13 minutes long. Teachers should follow the lesson plan on the Values Versus Violence website when viewing this film.

Multi-Agency Practice Guidelines: Female Genital Mutilation (Northern Ireland)

These guidelines are practice guidelines and are designed to be educative and provide advice on FGM cases.

FGM Scoping Study: Northern Ireland

This scoping study seeks to provide an estimate of the number of women and girls affected or potentially affected by FGM in Northern Ireland. ACSONI conducted community engagement focus groups. It further seeks to identify service provision in Northern Ireland and to identify gaps in both service provision and knowledge.