Global Consultation on Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting Author: UNFPA No. of pages: 112 Publication date: 2008 Publisher: UNFPA Languages: English ISBN: 978-0-89714-901-3

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This publication contains extensive knowledge based on findings of research institutions, foundations, lawyers, medical professionals, religious scholars, development partners and non governmental organizations. It includes research on global trends and the prevalence of female genital mutilation/cutting and its linkages with maternal and newborn health; describes changing patterns and practices; and analyzes the threat FGM/C poses to the achievement of Millennium Development Goals, as well as its economic and health costs. It provides case studies, lessons learned and the theorical basis for accelerating the abandonment process.

The report also addresses the need for closing gaps in law enforcement, building capacity for implementers, mobilizing resources and building global partnerships. Overall, this is an excellent resource for a variety of actors, including advocates, researchers, development partners, civil society organizations and human rights activists. United Nations Country Teams will gain knowledge about how FGM/C impacts development and the achievement of MDGs and how those teams could address it in their development assistance and plans.

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