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recent campaigns in Ethiopia
FGM in Ethiopia
According to The Ethiopian Demographic and Health Survey 2005, the national prevalence of FGM is at 74% for women/girls between the ages of 15 and 49. And 62% national prevalence of FGM among girls between the ages 15 and 19. (Data validated by UNFPA).
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Media to End FGM in Ethiopia – Shucaybs tale
The media campaigns in the Somali Region of Ethiopia supported by Irish Aid saw Shucayb hosting a panel discussion and meeting with community members to raise the voice on ending FGM in Ethiopia.
In Depth Report on the Consultative meeting for the regional Bureaus to finalize the draft FGM Fatwa, On Horn Cable TV, Ethiopia
Shucayb Obsiye is a media campaigner and focal person of the Global Media Campaign in Somali Region Ethiopia. Obsiye is based in Jigjiga and works Horn Cable TV has organized a half-day Consultative meeting for the regional Bureaus to finalize the draft FGM Fatwa to end FGM in Somali Region.
Radio Show Highlights The issues that come from FGM in Jijiga, Ethiopia
I am Ubah Jamal Mohamed, Somali Women Journalist, based in Jijiga. From Somali regional state FM Jijiga. The Air of FM Jigjiga reaches the zones that are Fafan, Siti, Jarar, Nogob, and some districts in the Korahay zone.
Head Chief of the Elders Shares his Anti-FGM Beliefs on MMTV in the Somali Region, Ethiopia
Nim’an Ahmed, works for MMTV Television. MMTV is a new Television with high-quality HD TV which is very common in admirable social and political debates. Mass media awareness, Somali dramas, and family films are specifically very interested by Somali Communities.
TV show with Medical Professionals Broadcast a TV show that Shares the Devastating Effects of FGM, Ethiopia
Barre Ali is a journalist working for SAAB TV in the Somali region. SAAB TV is watched in East African countries like Somalia, Kenya, Ethiopia, Djibouti as well as some other abroad countries in Europe, the USA, and Australia. SAAB TV has two million viewers.
We are at the Tipping Point as Religious Leaders Change their Attitude towards FGM, Somalia Region, Ethiopia
In the past 18 months, an intensive media campaign led by campaigners and journalists; supported by GMC in partnership with UNFPA, Irish Aid, and Ifrah foundation is at a tipping point of the attitudinal shift of religious leaders as well as media whereby ending all forms of FGM is now being prioritised within the religious community, and similarly within government and the media agendas in the highest prevalent region of Ethiopia where 98.5% of girls are mutilated.
TV Interviews to End FGM, Jigjiga, Ethiopia
Mohamed Abdullah, media campaigner and Journalist based in Jigjiga, Ethiopia from Universal TV, organised well-prepared interviews about FGM and its impact to the female, particularly young children.
TV Programme highlights the Problems African Children face including FGM, Jigjiga, Ethiopia
My name is Hanan Farah, Somali Women Journalist, from SRTV. For the day of African child which is marked on 16 June, I organized a panel discussion about the problems of African children.
Islamic Religious leaders Panel Discussions on FGM, Jigjiga, Ethiopia
Bare Ali qaaje, a Journalist based in Jigjiga and works at SAABTV organized a panel discussion about the challenges of the draft Fatwa to address the problems of FGM and ways to end FGM in the Somali region as part of the commemoration of African child day.
TV campaign to End-FGM, Jigjiga, Ethiopia
Abdihakim Gamaadiid, is a media campaigner and Journalist based in Jigjiga, Ethiopia, working with Nabad TV
Mothers share their beliefs on FGM for a TV feature story, Jigjiga, Ethiopia
Muhyadin Mohamed is a journalist from Kalsan TV based in Jigjiga, Ethiopia. Here he shares a conversation with two Somali mothers’ which highlights their attitudes towards FGM.
Radio conversations for Day of the African child, Jigjiga, Ethiopia
Ubax Jamaal Maxamed, is a Journalist and an anti-FGM campaigner based in Jigjiga Somali regional state of Ethiopia, and works at FM Jigjiga.
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recent campaigns in Guinea
FGM in Guinea
According to Guinea Demographic and Health Survey 2012, the national prevalence of FGM is at 97% for women/girls between the ages of 15 and 49. And 94% national prevalence of FGM among girls between the ages 15 and 19. (Data validated by UNFPA).
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Campagne de sensibilisation sur Radio Rurale Beyla
Pour la Journée Internationale des Droits des Femmes 2021, Lansana Koné a organisé une table ronde, un débat et d’autres activités médiatiques pour sensibiliser sa région aux dangers des MGF.
Sensibilisation des mères aux dangers des MGF sur la Radio TV Nationale
par Aissata Sidibé Contexte de l’émission La Guinée constitue le 2eme pays
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recent campaigns in Kenya
FGM in Kenya
According to The Kenya Demographic and Health Survey 2014, the national prevalence of FGM is at 21% for women/girls between the ages of 15 and 49. And 11% national prevalence of FGM among girls between the ages 15 and 19. (Data validated by UNFPA).
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Amplifying the Voice of Girl Child on Radio to End Gender based Violence in Kuria, Kenya
With support from the Global Media Campaign to end FGM on International Day of the Girl, we held a presser with Radio Togotane 88.3FM together with 20 school-going girls drawn from Kuria – Migori County, who were able to air out challenges affecting them including harmful cultural practices such as FGM.
Interactive TV show to End FGM, Kenya
During the IDG celebrations, I held a talk show on Sidai TV. The show was live and interactive with the community having a chance to call and ask questions to the panelists.
Chief of Moran Hosts first Radio show to Affirm an End to FGM, Kajiado South, Kenya
The project involved Me (Chief of Moran), an uncut girl and a survivor of FGM. I being the chief of Moran, stand firmly to protect the rights of girls and women in my community.
Elders on Radio Accept that the girl child is the source of change and holds a voice of reason, ending FGM in Kenya and Uganda
Our media project funded by Global Media Campaign (GMC) was directed at engaging the Kalenjin communities living in Trans-Nzoia, Bungoma, West Pokot, and Uasin Gishu counties and also Eastern parts of Uganda bordering Kenya. These communities are Sabaots, Pokots, Nandies, and Sebei’s of Uganda.
Samburu County community Team up on Radio to fight Gender-Based Violence
Through our project, we decided to celebrate and support our school-going girls as we sensitize and advocate for their rights.
Sheikh talks Against FGM on Radio Garissa county, Kenya
Like any other year, during the school term breaks many girls are at risk of going through the cut, especially in Jarirot Village. We have highlighted the plight of children, taking count of the progress made in enabling the various children’s rights.
10 Survivors share their experiences on Radio, Create a Jingle, and Say No to FGM, Kenya
The project was a onetime radio show on Baliti Radio that had ten women survivors of FGM give their FGM experiences nine of the stories were recorded but one of the survivors did the story live on air where the audience called in to ask questions.
Engagement of Departmental Heads in Media campaigns to End FGM
Ali Mohamed is an Anti-FGM campaigner. Here Ali reports how he has engaged reformed cutters, survivors, and departmental heads in Habaswein Sub County, Kenya.
University students speak out on Radio sharing “Go after your Education, don’t undergo FGM”, Kuria Migori County, Kenya
With the support from the Global Media Campaign (GMC) to end FGM with the direct action Media grant, I conducted a successful radio talk show dubbed “Education Against Mutilation and Child marriages” at Radio Togotane 88.3FM.
Accelerating the Abandonment of FGM in Samburu County with Samburu Community Radio(Serian FM)
Media campaigner Samuel Leadismo reports on his recent work involving increased commitment by community members in Samburu County to accelerate the abandonment of FGM/C and saving girls from FGM/C by promoting education.
Major Media platforms Discuss The Role of the County Government in Ending FGM in Elgeyo Marakwet County, Kenya
Marakwet Girls Foundation utilized the media with the engagement of the senior administrative officers from the office of the county commissioner and the directorate of gender and social services in Elgeyo/Marakwet County to do sensitization in the three major media stations and amplified in our social media platforms on the legal, social-economic and other adverse effects of Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) and subsequently early marriage.
Many Listeners on Radio call in to Support the End-FGM activists, A good sign in Kajiado, Kenya
Anti-FGM campaigner Jeremiah Kutanya ran two radio talk shows that engaged listeners in Kajiado County. Many listeners phoned in to support campaigners that are trying to end FGM.
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recent campaigns in Mali
FGM in Mali
According to The Malian Demographic and Health Survey 2012-2013, the national prevalence of FGM is at 91% for women/girls between the ages of 15 and 49. And 90% national prevalence of FGM among girls between the ages 15 and 19. (Data validated by UNFPA).
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Campagne digitale et radio pour la Journée Internationale des Droits des Femmes
Pour le 8 mars, Oumar Togo a mené une campagne de sensibilisation sur les réseaux sociaux qui a déclenché beaucoup de discussions.
Plaidoyer en direct à Pélengana pour le 8 mars
Dioro Cissé a organisé un plaidoyer en direct depuis la radio de Pélengana pour que la Maire de la commune s’investisse dans la lutte contre les MGF.
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recent campaigns in Nigeria
FGM in Nigeria
According to The Nigerian Demographic and Health Survey 2013, the national prevalence of FGM is at 25% for women/girls between the ages of 15 and 49. And 15% national prevalence of FGM among girls between the ages 15 and 19. (Data validated by UNFPA).
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Tech world join the fight to End FMG, TV conversations, Kwara State, Nigeria
The International Day of the Girl is commemorated every October, 11 as declared by the United Nations. For 2021, the theme for the year is “Digital generation. Our generation.”
TV show and Comic Book Launch to End FGM in Nasarawa state, Nigeria
The media campaign included time with Aso radio and television for a session of feminine scope with Tera. This was done discussing the dangers of female genital mutilation (FGM) and we had over 3 – 6 million listeners!
Radio Callers Reveal the Need for Awareness of FGM and Medicalisation, Abakaliki, Nigeria
Professor Wilberforce Oti is an end-FGM campaigner. Here Wilberforce shares radio show conversations and interesting questions callers phone in to ask about FGM on Salt FM Radio Abakaliki, Nigeria.
Nigerian Student begins her Anti-FGM Media Campaign Journey, Nigeria
Amina Abba is a fourth-year student studying computer engineering at the Federal University of Technology Minna and a newly anti-FGM campaigner.
Nigerian Women create a Vox Pop pleading with men to join the Fight and End FGM, Ondo State, Nigeria
The project was a radio program aired live at two radio stations in Akure, Ondo State to amplify our voices against FGM. The Radio Programme took place at CREST FM 87.7 and FUTA Radio 93.1FM where the English and Yoruba Versions were aired LIVE respectively.
Radio Show: Creating Awareness on the Law against FGM in Nigeria
FGM has been banned in Nigeria, but how many people know the law and can demand the prosecution of perpetrators? Hence my project was in creating awareness on the law against FGM in Nigeria- VAPP Act 2015.
Radio Drama with a Pause giving listeners a Chance to Phone in and Discuss FGM, Nigeria
The project was executed by MAI Initiative for Human Development, under the supervision of Ayotomiwa Ayodele.
Olubunmi Afuye: The making of a Broadcast Maestro, Rest In Peace
In memory of Olubunmi Afuye, an inspirational campaigner, father and friend who was very sadly in the place at the wrong time, caught between a bank and, a gunman Olubunmi tragically Olubunmi Afuye lost his life instantly. Rest in peace Olubunmi Afuye.
Jingles on the drive home to End FGM and create Awareness, Ondo State, Nigeria
The activities for the day of the African Child started with the production of radio adverts and audiovisuals scheduled as jingles on Adaba 88.9FM during the morning belt peak periods. Adaba FM is a radio station situated in Akure, Ondo State and it conveniently covers six neighboring states of Ekiti, Edo, Delta, Osun, Kogi, and parts of Kwara State.
Many are Unaware that FGM still exists, Nigeria
Ekemimi Joseph is a anti-FGM campaigner, he went out onto the streets to interview Nigerians on FGM.
Discussions on the Vulnerable Child, Kapital FM Radio, Nigeria
Daniel Zamani reports about his recent radio conversations on Kapital FM Radio, Nigeria.
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recent campaigns in Sierra Leone
FGM in Sierra Leone
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Children callers On radio support the end FGM campaign, Team Koinadugu, Sierra Leone
Team Koinadugu ran a media campaign against FGM by using two radio stations in both Koinadugu and falaba districts.
Media campaign creates a big Change for the end FGM campaign, Team Port Loko, Sierra Leone
Team Pork Loko had a big success in their most recent end FGM media campaign.
Radio shows reaches half a million people, talking to end FGM, Team Bombali, Sierra Leone
Team Bombali ran a radio media campaign to help sensitise locals on the harmful effects of FGM.
Radio discussions broadcast across the country on ending FGM, Sierra Leone
The Global Media Campaign funded Team Western Area Rural for media campaign on June 16, The Day of the African Child to continue raising awareness on the dangers of FGM.
Chiefs, Teachers and Parents talk about ending FGM on Radio, Tonkolili, Sierra Leone
The Global Media Campaign (GMC) funded Team Tonkolili for a media campaign on June 16, the Day of African Child.
Understanding FGM in Sierra Leone
Campaigners in Sierra Leone are spread out all over the country. This report highlights the key challenges that each region or county faces, the type of FGM that takes place, and a few action points for moving forward.
The Dangers of Being an FGM campaigner and how the Media offers a safer platform for campaigners to raise their voices
Do we get to see the real-life of a campaigner? The past few weeks we have been collecting stories about the dangers of campaigning against FGM in Africa. GMC works with campaigners across Africa including The Gambia, Kenya, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, Somalia, Ethiopia, Guinea, Mali.
Sierra Leone campaigners continue ending FGM, despite little political support
Team Freetown, in their response to Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) and Gender-Based Violence incidences in the Western Area Rural and Urban Districts, of the Republic of Sierra Leone, during the Easter holidays, with Direct Support from Global Media Campaign (GMC), established the outreach methods whereby the Team and its leader went on a door to door campaign and sensitization on the hazards of FGM and other related harmful traditional practices and its effect on survivors.
Calling for its immediate eradication would be “Political suicide” – Sierra Leone’s President, Julius Maada
The President’s wife however has said publicly that the ceremonial circumcision of girls by the influential Bondo society (secret society of circumcisers) should end.
Groups that support FGM fight back on the Media, in Kenema, Sierra Leone
Team Kenema report on their Easter media campaign to help end FGM in Kenema, Sierra Leone.
Callers share False Claims about the Uncut Girl, in Tonkolili, Sierra Leone
Team Tonkolili is a group of anti-FGM campaigners that came together to try to challenge the Easter cutting season events and help to stop FGM. This report shows how their media campaign is helping to change ideas about FGM.
Anti-FGM media campaigners in Koinadugu state, Sierra Leone, Report on their Easter Cutting Media Campaign
The team was massively involved in radio and community sensitizations on the Easter Cutting to end FGM within the district. Through our media campaign and community engagement we can reach 205 thousand listeners in broadcasting FGM messages and changed their perception.
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recent campaigns in Somalia
FGM in Somalia
According to The Somalian MISC survey 2006, the national prevalence of FGM is at 98% for women/girls between the ages of 15 and 49. And 97% national prevalence of FGM among girls between the ages 15 and 19.
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A Story that Cannot be Forgotten and that can Teach Many, End FGM Media Campaign, Somalia
Hassan Istiila takes a visit back to Jerinle, the village where 13-year-old Fartun died from FGM in July.
Journalists Discuss how they can Engage More Men to End FGM in Putland, Somalia
Asia Abshir is a GMC Media graduate and Anti-FGM activist. Here he is working to engage more men in the campaign against FGM, especially journalists.
Another Traditional Elder Speaks Out on Radio Against FGM, in Jowhar, Somalia
More Elders join the fight to End FGM After the death of Fartun, a 13-year-old girl who bled to death after undergoing FGM in July.
Grieving Father decides to become an End-FGM Campaigner, Galmudug region, Somalia
Its been two months since 13-year-old Fartun Hassan Ahmed bled to death after undergoing female genital mutilation (FGM). Since this tragedy, her grieving father Hassan Ahmed Jimale has become an anti-FGM campaigner.
TV show Supporting Zero Tolerance to End FGM, Somalia
In this day and age of the 21st century, it is recognized that to have a voice is empowerment. Women and girls either shy away or lack the platform to present their grievances directly to decision-makers, the proposed media campaign programme will publicize girls’ voices and rights in a culturally appropriate manner to provoke discourses on inclusive policy reform and equitable treatment.
Radio show to End FGM, Hiraan Region, Somalia
A report from the office of the anti Fironic Circumcision Organization in the Hiraan region of Hir Shabelle region states that the work done on 16 June 2021 is the African Children’s Day which is a celebration.
Radio shows Broadcast to IDP Camp in Somalia are working to stop FGM
My name is Abdirahman Moalim Mohamed working for Goobjoog TV in Mogadishu, Somalia.
The Media Fight against FGM in Somalia where 98% of girls are cut
On the day of the African Child 16 June, Somali National TV broadcasted a program about FGM in Somalia.
13-YEAR-OLD BLEEDS TO DEATH FROM FGM IN SOMALIA
INCREASING NUMBER OF GIRLS BEING MUTILATED DURING COVID-19 LOCKDOWNS. UNFPA ESTIMATES 4 MILLION GIRLS AT RISK
COVID-19 Laws affect the Fight to End FGM in Mogadishu, Somalia
Ifrah Ahmed anti-FGM activist reports the current struggles with fighting FGM and dealing with local laws that are in place to keep the public safe from COVID-19.
Radio and TV talks Accelerate End FGM campaigns across Galmudug, Somalia
Hassan Abdirahman is an anti-FGM campaigner, passionate about ending FGM in the Galmudug regional state of Somalia. Hassan raises awareness of the problems FGM victims face as well as raising awareness on how much the rural states in Somalia need assistance in ending FGM.
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recent campaigns in The Gambia
FGM in The Gambia
According to The Gambian Demographic and Health Survey 2013, the national prevalence of FGM is at 75% for women/girls between the ages of 15 and 49. And 76% national prevalence of FGM among girls between the ages 15 and 19. (Data validated by UNFPA).
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“My wife complains that sex is no longer pleasurable” FGM cases on radio highlight the issues FGM survivors face
Radio talk show highlights the problems married women face after undergoing FGM.
Students Speak Out on FGM asking for Security, The Gambia
My project was mainly designed to engage students from grade six to grade nine. I hosted a live students forum from Charles Jaw memorial academy on the Day of the African child. Our topic of discussion was centered on issues affecting our lives as African children. FGM was central in our discussion.
Nurse reveals on Radio the horrors she faces in The Gambia
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Men Share on Radio, the Problems their Wives Face as FGM Survivors, The Gambia
Sarjo Camara- Singateh anti-FGM activist creates a radio show which was held in honor of international women’s day to reflect on the achievement and challenges of women on issues that affect women after undergoing FGM.
Female Cutter Speaks Out on the Radio in Ebrima Saidkhan, The Gambia
Ebrima Saidykhan, anti-FGM campaigner, organised a program which engaged female cutters, youth, and women in the North Bank Region of The Gambia. Audios were recorded in the local languages by a female cutter and other prominent people which were aired at prime times for many days. The program further provided a detailed discussion on the dangers of FGM on children, the harmful nature of the practice, and the implication of the laws.
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