FGM and Islam
This pamphlets explains that FGM is not an Islamic practice or requirement. It states that there is no reference to it in the Koran, nor is there any authentic reference in the Sunnah, the sayings or traditions of Mohammed. It goes on to list the many dangers of FGM, and also provides resources for more information and for support.
Source: ForwardUK
Date of Publication: March 25, 2019
SIMILIAR RESOURCES
Tools
Examples
- The REPLACE Approach: Supporting Communities to End FGM
- Health Risks of FGM
- Do Your Own Survey: How to Collect Data on FGM
- Toolkit for Engaging Midwives in the Global Campaign to End FGM
- Fact Sheet on FGM
- Behavior Change to End FGM
- WHO Guidelines on the Management of Health Complications from Female Genital Mutilation
- Responding to Female Genital Mutilation: A Guide for Key Professionals
- Manual on Social Norms and Change
- Female Genital Mutilation and Behaviour Change