Let’s Talk FGM is a website to assist professionals to make the sensitive enquiry about FGM. It incorporates key information on the impact of FGM, why it happens, the law, how to protect children and suggests support for survivors. The site is also available in an Ipad App.
Section: FGM
FGM/C in Italy: an enhanced estimation for first generation migrant women based on 2016 survey data
Migration flows of women from Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting practicing countries have generated a need for data on women potentially affected by Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting. This paper presents enhanced estimates for foreign-born women and asylum seekers in Italy in 2016, with the aim of supporting resource planning and policy making, and advancing the methodological debate on estimation methods.
Survivors Voices – Video
Journalist and broadcaster Susan Bookbinder talks with four women about how they would like to see professionals hold sensitive conversations about female genital mutilation, including what actions to take to safeguard vulnerable girls.
Care of women and girls living with female genital mutilation: a clinical handbook
This publication distils the evidence-informed recommendations into a practical and user-friendly tool for everyday use by health-care providers. It covers a wide range of health topics in nine chapters, ranging from basic knowledge and communication skills to management of a range of complications. Moreover, it describes how to offer first-line mental and sexual health support as part of comprehensive care to address multiple aspects of women’s health and well-being.
Safeguarding Girls from FGM: Teacher / Trainer Guide
This guide, developed by 28 Too Many, is aimed at teachers and helps them understand safeguarding of children in general, and from FGM in particular. This workshop covers the following topics: What is Safeguarding?, Safeguarding Legislation; The UNCRC and The African Charter, Safeguarding Issues in your community and the 4 P’s of Safeguarding.
Statement on the first FGM Conviction
This is the statement from the National FGM Centre regarding the first FGM conviction in the UK. Click ‘Read More’ to find out more about the case.
FGM Training Pack for African Diaspora Communities: Teachers Guide
This pack from 28 to Many contains two lesson plans, of approximately 50 minutes each. It could also be used in smaller bite size sessions as each lesson is clearly divided into a few sections.This resource is designed for use in secondary schools but could also be used in youth and community groups. The material is aimed at students, specifically those between the ages of 12 and 14. There are accompanying powerpoint slides and a video that should be used with this resource, they can both be found following the read more link.
FGM Protection Order Leaflet
This leaflet explores what FGM Protection Orders are, who can apply and how they can be used. This resource is aimed at families, but can be useful for professionals who want to know more about FGMPO’s.
Equally Safe: Scotland’s strategy for preventing and eradicating violence against women and girls
This strategy, which was originally published in 2014 and has now been updated, provides a framework to help us do that. It was developed by the Scottish Government and COSLA in association with a wide range of partners from public and third sector organisations. This updated version has been supported by further engagement with children’s organisations. We are immensely grateful to all those organisations for their support, and looking forward to working with them in implementing Equally Safe’s vision.
FGM Medical Examination: Animation
This animation has been developed to help prepare a girl who is due to undergo an examination. The animation follows the story of Lisa, exploring what happens at different stages and prompts for the child to ask questions.
This booklet has been designed to be used by social workers with children.