Female genital cutting, most commonly referred to as FGC, is a very controversial topic. Whatever the stance on the subject, the fact remains that this practice is responsible for the death and disfigurement of many African girls.
According the World Health Organization, FGC is defined as “all practices that involve partial or total removal of the external female genitalia, or other injury to the female genital organs for non-medical reasons."
FGC is often times associated with Islamic traditions, however, according to women’s activist and researcher Dr. Jacqueline Castledine, this practice is more of a “law by custom.” It is not a mandated Islamic religious practice but rather, a cultural tradition.
In Gambia, national and religious leaders and activists, particularly women, are taking a stand against FGC by creating awareness and educating both men and women about FGC and the harsh consequences of the practice, along with problem-solving tactics.
Source: allwestafrica.com
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