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<p>Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) is a form of violence and a human rights violation.
We support a comprehensive approach to eliminating FGM that includes prevention and
access to services, supported by the right laws and policies. Some National Assembly
members in the Gambia have expressed a desire to repeal the ban on FGM. We have raised
this with the Gambian Government, including the Foreign Minister, and with development
partners. We provide funding to the UN Joint Programme for the Elimination of FGM,
which operates in the Gambia. The programme works with governments to put in place
viable national response systems, policies and plans for banning FGM, as well as empowering
mothers, students and teachers to champion FGM elimination. We also work with NGOs
who support and empower women and girls in the Gambia, including Wassu Gambia Kafo
and Biniti Period.</p>
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