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Bamba, 56, chats with his wife Soumtou, and her sister-in-law.

How communities are taking the lead to end female genital mutilation

Female genital mutilation (FGM) still affects millions of girls. In some regions, new laws threaten to undo progress altogether, risking decades of hard‑won gains and putting even more girls in danger.

Despite these threats, communities are not backing down. They’re pushing forward and refusing to let progress slip away.

Meet the allies who are leading the fight against female genital mutilation in their communities. 

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