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<p>The exact number of girls and women worldwide who have undergone Female Genital
Mutilation (FGM) remains unknown, however, UNICEF estimates that at least 200 million
have been cut in more than 31 countries. Most of these countries are in Africa, parts
of the Middle East and Asia. Prevalence varies hugely across these countries, from
less than one percent to almost universal. Today, a girl is about one-third less likely
to be cut than 30 years ago. But global efforts need to go further and faster if we
are to meet the Global Goal to end FGM by 2030. At current rates, 68 million girls
are at risk of being cut in the next decade. The UK is leading change in partnership
with the Africa-led movement to end FGM, providing £50 million of support over the
next five years. UK aid has already helped 10,000 communities, representing over 27
million people, pledge to abandon FGM.</p>
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