The United Nations has partnered with a leading non-governmental organisation to step up the fight against female genital mutilation (FGM) and sexual gender-based violence (SGBV) in Somalia.
The deal will see the UN and Ifrah Foundation enforce initiatives in areas with the highest FGM prevalence. They will provide further opportunities for grassroots interventions and partner with key stakeholders, including clan elders, clerics, women leaders and youth, for impactful programming.
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Washington
Grade: C
Number of Women and Girls At Risk: 25,000
Status: Existing Legislation Needs Strengthening
Improve by adding: Prosecuting parents/guardian, felony offense