This legal guidance sets out how prosecutors should apply the Code for Crown Prosecutors (the Code) when considering any offences which fall within the definition of So-Called Honour Based Abuse (SCHBA) (or “Honour” Based Abuse).
Section: FGM
Nigeria: FGM and the Law
A document by 28 to Many that explores the law around FGM in Nigeria, breaking down international and regional treaties signed and ratified by the government.
Female Genital Trauma: Guidelines for working therapeutically with survivors of Female Genital Mutilation
These guidelines provide recommendations for psychological therapists and counsellors working with women who have undergone female genital mutilation / cutting (FGM/C). They are designed to facilitate therapy with adult women and not children.
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.
Engaging Midwives in the Global Campaign to End FGM
UNFPA is mobilizing midwives in the prevention and care of FGM through a joint initiative in the context of the UNFPA/UNICEF Joint Programme on FGM/C and the UNFPA Midwifery Programme. Building on the expertise and networks of the two global programmes, UNFPA will empower midwives to serve as role models, counsellors and advocates in the campaign to end FGM.
Patient Information Leaflet: FGM
The Department of Health Patient Information Leaflet provides basic information about FGM and the law and informs patients about recording and reporting practices on the NHS. It can be ordered in a range of community languages from the Department of Health.
Briefing Paper: FGM (Northern Ireland)
This paper covers what FGM is, UK legal framework, International Human Rights Law, Commonwealth legal responses and recommendations
Let’s talk about vaginas…FGM: The failure of international obligations and how to end an abusive cultural tradition
FGM is not related to any specific colour or religion, but to a patriarchal system. This article explores its history and culture, and explains that tackling the practice of FGM has been affected by estimated data and the failure to implement decades of international obligations.
FGM: RCN guidance for travel health services
This publication acts as a supplement to Female Genital Mutilation: An RCN Resource for Nursing and Midwifery Practice (2016) and focuses on professionals working in travel health services.
FGM Pocket Guide (A guide for health professionals)
This guide for health professionals contains information on what FGM is, the health complications, the law and safeguarding duties.