Today, we're highlighting Olivia Harris, our Massachusetts Community Training & Technical Assistance Coordinator, who works to establish a statewide coalition to protect and support those impacted by female genital cutting (FGC).

🎉Visit bit.ly/Sahiyo10Years to learn more!

On this International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, we stand with survivors of FGM/C and all forms of gender based-violence. 

We strive to create a world where women's and girls' bodies and sexuality are not feared or suppressed, but respected and embraced as normal.

🎉We're excited to share the new website for the HOPE MA project, created to advance our mission of female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C) prevention, healing, and community empowerment in Massachusetts.

Learn more:

If you need a listening ear, the FGC Survivor Support Line is open! 💜
Speak to a trained advocate about FGM/C and receive care, support, or help with safety planning if needed.

📞 Call 1-877-751-0880
🕘 Monday–Friday, 9 AM–5 PM PST

🎉We're excited to share the new website for the HOPE MA Coalition, advancing our mission of FGM/C prevention, healing & community empowerment in Massachusetts.
💻 Visit maendfgmc.org to learn more.
Thanks to MayeCreate for bringing it to life!

For the first time in its history, the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights addressed female genital cutting (FGC) in the Americas. Commissioners listened to testimonies - including from our executive director Mariya Taher - who called for urgent action to prevent this human rights violation.

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This month's trivia question is about our Voices to End FGM/C program! 🎉 Answer this trivia question in the comments for a chance to win Sahiyo merch, and scroll to more!

QUESTION: Who is Sahiyo’s founding partner organization of Voices to End FGM/C?

Congratulations to our amazing volunteer, Brad Mazon, for achieving his initial fundraising goal in support of Sahiyo's 10-Year Anniversary campaign! 🎉💙Individual supporters are helping us move closer to our overall $10,000 goal. Learn more, and make your own impact at: bit.ly/Sahiyo10Years

For the first time ever, the @CIDH will hold a thematic hearing on FGM/C in the Americas, a major step toward regional recognition and accountability: https://f.mtr.cool/hupqjtcxrx

Together we’re calling for stronger protections for women & girls everywhere.

On Oct 22, Mariya Taher (Sahiyo) and Dr. Crista Johnson-Agbakwu (UMass Chan) presented at the Massachusetts Nonprofit Network’s Annual Conference.

The HOPE MA Coalition is bringing together survivors and professionals to strengthen prevention and survivor support efforts in MA.

If you have a question you’re afraid to ask about female genital cutting (FGC), you can ask anonymously through Dear Maasi aka @farzanadoctor.bsky.social 💜

❓To ask your question, visit bit.ly/DearMaasi