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We organize campaigns all around Kajiado central sensitizing and informing the community on gender based violence

6 June, 2023

Support the capacity development of women and girls.

Support the capacity development of girls on a package of FGM and associated attitudes and behaviours, in relation to women’s and girls’ sexuality and reproduction.The report focuses on supporting the capacity development of girls in addressing

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29 June, 2023

Empowering journalist and media houses in the fight against FGM

Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) remains a grave violation of human rights affecting millions of girls and women worldwide. To combat this harmful practice effectively, it is crucial to engage journalists and support media houses in amplifying the war against FGM.

By equipping them with the necessary knowledge and resources, they can play a vital role in raising awareness, exposing the consequences, and promoting change.

Training programs should be designed to educate journalists about the various aspects of FGM, including its cultural, social, and health implications. Journalists should be provided with accurate information, data, and case studies to strengthen their reporting. Training should also emphasize the importance of ethical reporting, sensitivity, and avoiding cultural stereotypes to ensure effective and respectful coverage.

Media houses play a significant role in shaping public opinion. Supporting them in their efforts to combat FGM can be accomplished by providing resources such as press releases, infographics, documentaries, and expert interviews. Collaborations with NGOs, activists, and survivors can further enhance the depth and impact of media coverage. Financial assistance and grants should also be made available to support investigative journalism and in-depth reporting on FGM-related issues.

By utilizing various media platforms, including television, radio, print, and digital media, journalists can reach diverse audiences and raise awareness about the harmful effects of FGM. The use of compelling personal stories, testimonies, and interviews with survivors can humanize the issue and foster empathy among the public. Journalists should also leverage social media platforms to engage with audiences, share information, and encourage public dialogue.

Training journalists and supporting media houses in the fight against FGM is essential for creating a sustained and impactful global movement. By empowering journalists with knowledge, resources, and sensitivity, they can effectively raise awareness, challenge cultural norms, and advocate for the abandonment of FGM. Through collaborative efforts, media can amplify the voices of survivors, influence public opinion, and contribute significantly to ending this harmful practice.

20 JUNE, 2023

Intergrating FGM Inter-faith forum for religious leaders.

Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) remains a pressing issue affecting the lives of millions of girls and women globally. Religious leaders play a crucial role in shaping community values and beliefs.

By integrating FGM discourse within their teaching and preaching, especially during village-based fellowships, religious leaders can contribute significantly to eradicating this harmful practice.

Interfaith forums provide a platform for religious leaders of different faiths to come together, share knowledge, and work collaboratively towards common goals. By incorporating FGM discourse in these forums, a broader and more inclusive dialogue can be fostered, promoting understanding, compassion, and joint action.

Religious leaders possess a unique opportunity to influence their followers and communities. By addressing FGM during sermons or religious teachings, they can raise awareness about the physical, psychological, and emotional consequences of the practice.

By emphasizing the importance of human rights, bodily autonomy, and gender equality, religious leaders can contribute to changing attitudes and beliefs surrounding FGM.

Religious leaders can endorse and promote alternative rites of passage that celebrate the transition to womanhood without resorting to FGM. By incorporating such practices into their teachings, they can help shift social norms and challenge the notion that FGM is an essential cultural or religious requirement.

Interfaith forums provide an ideal platform for religious leaders to collaborate with local communities, NGOs, and government agencies working to end FGM. By joining forces, they can advocate for legislation, policies, and programs that protect girls and women from FGM. They can also provide support to survivors, offering counseling, education, and access to healthcare services.

Integrating FGM discourse within interfaith forums is an effective approach to addressing this harmful practice. Religious leaders have the power to influence societal perceptions, challenge cultural norms, and promote gender equality. By working together, they can foster a world where every girl and woman can live free from the physical and emotional consequences of FGM.

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10 JUNE, 2023

Strengthen community based support network for FGM survivors.

The report highlights the successful efforts in strengthening a community-based support network for Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) survivors.

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24 MAY, 2023

Capacity building of school manager and teachers to enhance teaching on FGM prevention.

This outlines the successful capacity building efforts undertaken to enhance

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3 March, 2020

Training for government officials on Public Financing for Children.

The report highlights the successful training conducted for government officials on Public Financing for Children.

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Participate to our

Events

We organize campaigns all around Kajiado central sensitizing and informing the community on gender based violence

6 June, 2023

Support the capacity development of women and girls.

29 June, 2023

Empowering journalist and media houses in the fight against FGM

20 JUNE, 2023

Intergrating FGM Inter-faith forum for religious leaders.

10 JUNE, 2023

Strengthen community based support network for FGM survivors.

24 MAY, 2023

Capacity building of school manager and teachers to enhance teaching on FGM prevention.

3 March, 2020

Training for government officials on Public Financing for Children.

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