WUNRN
International
Day of Zero Tolerance for FGM - Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting - February 6
The
European Parliament estimates 500,000 girls and women living
in Europe are suffering with the lifelong consequences of
female genital mutilation.
Direct Link to Full 16-Page 2013
Document:
Female genital mutilation (FGM) is a harmful practice
that is recognised worldwide as a human rights vilation.
The
practice of FGM violates:
FGM has been documented in certain parts of Africa, Asia and Middle East. It is now encountered in Europe as well. Most often, girls and women are taken to their countries of origin during school holidays where they are confronted with the pressure to be cut.