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Female Genital Mutilation:

Foundation for Women's Health, Research and Development

International organisation dedicated to stopping harmful traditional practices such as female genital mutilation which violate the human rights of women and girls.

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Association of French and African women's group who advocate for the abolition of female genital mutilation and other harmful practices against women and children.

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Razor's Edge - The Controversy of Female Genital Mutilation

United Nations news about the practice includes links to interviews, legislation, reports, map, and documentary.

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