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Female Genital Mutilation

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The cutting and the excision of external genitalia and stitching of vaginal opening in females is considered to be not only medically unnecessary but genital mutilation. Female genital mutilation (FGM) is comdemned by most religious groups and banned in most countries. Procedure is sometimes called female circumcision.


1. Foundation for Women's Health, Research and Development - International organisation dedicated to stopping harmful traditional practices such as female genital mutilation which violate the human rights of women and girls.
2. GAMS - Association of French and African women's group who advocate for the abolition of female genital mutilation and other harmful practices against women and children.
3. Inter-African Committee on Traditional Practices - Member nations and human right groups that advocate against the practice of female genital mutilation. Provides descriptions, latest news, declarations, documents, newsletter, stories, and contact information.
4. Razor's Edge - The Controversy of Female Genital Mutilation - United Nations news about the practice includes links to interviews, legislation, reports, map, and documentary.

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