Join over 7.9 million Nigerians who have pledged to protect girls and women from Female Genital Mutilation.
FGM comprises all procedures involving partial or total removal of the external female genitalia for non-medical reasons. It has no health benefits and causes severe harm.
FGM has no health benefits. It causes severe bleeding, infections, childbirth complications, and long-term physical and psychological trauma.
FGM is a violation of the human rights of girls and women. It reflects deep-rooted inequality between the sexes.
FGM is illegal in Nigeria under the Violence Against Persons (Prohibition) Act 2015, with penalties including imprisonment.
The Movement For Good operates through three interconnected pillars that empower communities to take meaningful action against FGM.
Break the silence around FGM. Share your story, educate others, and encourage open dialogue in your community about the harms of this practice.
Start SpeakingIdentify, Report, Respond, and Refer (IRRR) - Learn to recognize signs of FGM and connect at-risk individuals with appropriate support services.
Take ActionMobilize your community members. Organize events, distribute materials, and leverage social media to expand the reach of the movement.
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Track pledge progress across our nine focal states working towards the 1 million target per state.
Your pledge represents more than a number - it's a commitment to protect girls and women from FGM.
If you know someone at risk of FGM or need support, contact the hotline in your state. All calls are confidential.
