Post by account_disabled on Feb 20, 2024 6:21:51 GMT -5
Female genital mutilation continues to exist, despite the fact that it is a violation of the human rights of girls and women. On February , World Zero Tolerance Day for Female Genital Mutilation is celebrated and in this post we want to show you the risks that this practice poses for women, where it is carried out and the ways in which it can be avoided. What risks does female genital mutilation pose for women? Female genital mutilation does not provide any benefits for women or girls who suffer from it, but it has important harmful effects, as indicated by the World Health Organization ( WHO ), such as: - Strong pain, because the ablation affects nerve endings since anesthesia is not usually used and when it is used, it is not always effective. Additionally, the healing is also painful. Hemorrhages Pain when urinating and defecating. Infections due to the use of contaminated instruments. HIV as a consequence of the use of an unsterilized surgical instrument. Complications during childbirth and risk of death for the newborn. Death due to infections or bleeding. Psychological consequences because physical force is used when performing female genital mutilation and for women and girls it represents trauma. Where is female genital mutilation practiced? Female genital mutilation is still a reality in many countries. The WHO estimates that nearly million women and girls alive today have been subjected to this practice in countries in Africa, the Middle East and Asia.
Cases have also occurred in Central and South America. The main reasons why female genital mutilation is performed are usually cultural and social. The most frequent are the following: - In many places in the world, female genital mutilation is a social norm and pressure from society causes it to be carried out and done as a way to be accepted in that society. - Sometimes it is considered a way to prepare the girl for her adult life and for marriage. - Other times it is done to ensure virginity before Cell Phone Number List marriage and fidelity once girls or women have married. Mutilation is believed to contribute to a woman's reduced libido and help her resist the temptation to be unfaithful. - It is also considered that it can increase the chances of finding a husband . - Some religious leaders support this practice, which contributes to its use. - It is considered a cultural tradition . How can it be avoided? Although some governments have taken steps to combat female genital mutilation, additional education and awareness work is needed . For example, in April in Sudan, an amendment to the criminal law was passed that made female genital mutilation a crime, however, not everyone considered this good news, as many people consider it to be of a necessary practice. To prevent female genital mutilation, several measures can be adopted: - Education in values.
Female genital mutilation is a practice that, as we said before, violates the human rights of girls and women and represents discrimination. In this sense, an education of boys and girls based on values such as equality and respect prevents the perpetuation of beliefs that discriminate against women. - Perform alternative rituals that do not endanger the girls. In some places in the world, FGM is considered a way for girls to become women, so one way to prevent them from suffering this terrible harm is to propose rituals where a symbolic act is performed without any danger to the girls, in which, at the same time, tradition is respected. - Raise awareness among communities , health personnel and religious leaders of the risks for girls. Informing leaders and local health workers about the risks that FGM poses to girls is another way to combat it. These people will have a greater capacity to convince the community in which they live of these risks and that they arise from the practice of female genital mutilation. - Help midwives financially . In many cases, the practice of FGM is carried out by midwives and it is their livelihood, so they could be given training so that they know the risks and financial aid so that they voluntarily leave that job and create another business. - Train mothers . On many occasions, it is the mothers themselves who support female genital mutilation, but they are unaware that it has no positive effects and many negative effects on girls.
Cases have also occurred in Central and South America. The main reasons why female genital mutilation is performed are usually cultural and social. The most frequent are the following: - In many places in the world, female genital mutilation is a social norm and pressure from society causes it to be carried out and done as a way to be accepted in that society. - Sometimes it is considered a way to prepare the girl for her adult life and for marriage. - Other times it is done to ensure virginity before Cell Phone Number List marriage and fidelity once girls or women have married. Mutilation is believed to contribute to a woman's reduced libido and help her resist the temptation to be unfaithful. - It is also considered that it can increase the chances of finding a husband . - Some religious leaders support this practice, which contributes to its use. - It is considered a cultural tradition . How can it be avoided? Although some governments have taken steps to combat female genital mutilation, additional education and awareness work is needed . For example, in April in Sudan, an amendment to the criminal law was passed that made female genital mutilation a crime, however, not everyone considered this good news, as many people consider it to be of a necessary practice. To prevent female genital mutilation, several measures can be adopted: - Education in values.
Female genital mutilation is a practice that, as we said before, violates the human rights of girls and women and represents discrimination. In this sense, an education of boys and girls based on values such as equality and respect prevents the perpetuation of beliefs that discriminate against women. - Perform alternative rituals that do not endanger the girls. In some places in the world, FGM is considered a way for girls to become women, so one way to prevent them from suffering this terrible harm is to propose rituals where a symbolic act is performed without any danger to the girls, in which, at the same time, tradition is respected. - Raise awareness among communities , health personnel and religious leaders of the risks for girls. Informing leaders and local health workers about the risks that FGM poses to girls is another way to combat it. These people will have a greater capacity to convince the community in which they live of these risks and that they arise from the practice of female genital mutilation. - Help midwives financially . In many cases, the practice of FGM is carried out by midwives and it is their livelihood, so they could be given training so that they know the risks and financial aid so that they voluntarily leave that job and create another business. - Train mothers . On many occasions, it is the mothers themselves who support female genital mutilation, but they are unaware that it has no positive effects and many negative effects on girls.