Training on Female Genital Mutilation Awareness for Somali Communities

Join our free 2-day training designed for volunteers, practitioners, community leaders, and activists. Learn essential skills to understand, address, and advocate against female genital mutilation within Somali communities.

FGM is a harmful cultural practice that is widely practiced in many countries around the world. Somali communities practice it for various reasons, including cultural, economic, and religious reasons, even though the practice inflicts serious health risks on girls and women.

Join us on the 26th and 27th of January 2025 as we host an online training webinar, where we will delve deeper into the prevalence, practice, and different forms of FGM practiced within Somali communities across the globe.

Join us if you are passionate about understanding the dynamics of FGM, eradication efforts, and advocacy strategies within Somali communities.

What You’ll Learn

• Day 1:
  • The global context and prevalence of female genital mutilation
  • Female genital mutilation as a human rights violation
  • Cultural and social beliefs perpetuating female genital mutilation
  • Myths and misconceptions
• Day 2:
  • Health implications of female genital mutilation
  • Community engagement and storytelling for advocacy
  • Survivor-centered approaches

Details

• Duration: 2 days (4 hours/day)
• Language: Somali
• Certificate: Provided upon completion
• Cost: Free