7 reasonsto end fgm

(female genital mutilation)

200 millionNumber of girls and women alive today who have undergone FGM

3 millionNumber of girls at risk of undergoing FGM every year

Number of countries where FGM has been documented

30

15Age by which most girls affected have been cut

Female genitalmutilation is a

violation of human rights

Immediate complications can include:

• severe pain • excessive bleeding • infections e.g. tetanus • urinary problems • shock • DEATH

Long-term complications can include:

• vaginal problems • menstrual problems • sexual problems • increased risk of

childbirth complications • psychological problems

Together we can

#EndFGM

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