The proposed East African Community (EAC) Elimination of Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) Bill 2025 addresses the urgent need for a unified regional legal framework to effectively combat FGM, especially cross-border practices that persist due to legal loopholes and inconsistent enforcement across EAC Partner States. By harmonizing laws, definitions, penalties, and protective measures, the Bill aims to close existing gaps, enhance regional cooperation, and criminalize cross-border FGM. It also seeks to fulfill international and regional human rights commitments, combat the rising trend of medicalized FGM, and promote a comprehensive, multi-sectoral approach including public awareness, survivor care, and education. The Bill further mandates the designation of national focal agencies to ensure coordinated enforcement and implementation at both national and regional levels. Below is a policy brief outlining the rationale and proposed provisions of the Bill.
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Proud of my niece @RobaAisha who is currently in NewYork for UN assembly to represent her organization @GirlEgd. She is also Advisor on Gender matters for @GovGuyo. Keep shining!👏👏
We're privileged to have been represented at the AU meeting in Zambia, we're one of those beneficiaries of the @OrchidProject. We're therefore not only eager to put an end to practices as #FGM but to work for sustainable change. We are grateful for the support of Orchid Project.
Powerful presentation by our Coordinator, Keegan Kagwe,on the role of youth in ending FGM/C.From social media advocacy & community outreach to policy advocacy & capacity building, young people are key in shaping the future.Let's continue influencing mindsets &creating safe spaces
It was a reminiscing moment as YANK members reconnected in Machakos for the #KenyaCSOsNetwork on #EndingFGM. Discussions focused on advocacy, collaboration, and efforts to eradicate FGM/C across Kenya. Together, they're committed to ensuring the safety of all girls. #EndFGM#YANK
Join us tomorrow as we continue the dialogue post #IWD on 'Inspiring Inclusion: Amplifying the Voices of Young Survivors.' We're honored to have @SadearH, founder of @BsiKenya, join us, she will share her journey and insights, offering support and empowerment to young survivors.
In anticipation of #IWD2024, themed "Invest in Women, Accelerate Progress," coinciding & in line with #IZTD 2024 on investing in Survivors led movements , we will be highlighting young survivors leading efforts to curb FGM/C. We will emphasize the importance of investing in them
In line with Kigali declaration to close the funding gap to #ENDFGMC, we’re calling for a global commitment summit.
We can turn ambition into action.
Join @Fatma_Hussein11 and show your support for the summit by sharing a photo of yourself with #TakeASeatForTheSummit
The first day of the bootcamp concluded with a focus on #Smartadvocacy, highlighting the importance of addressing social, economic, and political issues in society. Emphasis was placed on strategic and informed approaches to advocacy. We have been encouraged to consider the ....
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Empowering mothers and fathers is our key to #EndFGM. With a movement of women who refuse to cut their daughters, we eliminate the need for deadlines or external protection. In every household, the mother becomes a natural guardian, and no cutter dares touch a girl. @lolojuberna
To #EndFGMC by closing the #fundinggap, we need to make sure the #rightpeople have a #seat at the #table.
So we’re calling for a #summit.
A summit created by the people with the #resources, so they can take a seat beside the people with the #knowledge, and secure essential #funding.
To show your support for the #summit, you can take a seat too.
🔊🔊Here is how to be a part of it:⬇️⬇️
✅Set up a chair.🪑
✅Take a seat.
✅Hold a piece of paper with our hashtag on: #TakeASeatForTheSummit
✅And take a photo of you taking a seat. 📸📸
✅Share your photos with #TakeASeatForTheSummit to show your support.
🙏🙏Thank you for your support!
We can’t wait to see your #TakeASeatForTheSummit photos.🎞️🎞️
@OrchidProject
Are the voices of the people represented in the movement to #EndFGM/C?
We are calling for global commitment to funding the closure of the gaps at grassroot level.
#TakeASeatForTheSummit@YouthAntiFGMKe