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Global Fight Against FGM: 230 Million Affected

2/3/2026

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Story summary
  • Efforts to end FGM affect over 230 million women worldwide.
  • In Egypt, local farmers and health workers advocate against FGM and promote girls' education.
  • In Tanzania, survivors like Olivia Albert lead youth groups to raise awareness.
  • Religious leaders in Guinea challenge belief FGM is Islamic, and new laws in Djibouti and Eritrea reinforce the fight.
  • In 2026, over 4.5 million girls were at risk.