Forum Against Harmful Practices (FAHP)

FAH is working towards the reduction and ultimate eradication of Harmful Practices (HP’s). These practices include Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting (FGM/C)

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FGM in Sierra Leone is no longer just about tradition or religion. It has become a political tool used for influence and votes. It is time for leaders to choose protection over popularity and take a clear stand to end it.#EndFGM #SierraLeone #ProtectGirls

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[Rugiatu Neneh Turay @turayneneh]

Our female chiefs fully participated through the 16 days of end violence and on the 10th celebrating our women. We are stronger together. @IsataMahoi @donors4women @frontlineendfgm @FrontLineHRD @Purposeful_org @ForumHarmful @EU_Commission @UKinSierraLeone @USEmbFreetown @dsengeh

[Ireland in Sierra Leone @IrlEmbFreetown]

As we continue the 16 Days of activism on GBV campaign, @IrlEmbFreetown joins our partner @AmazonianIniti3 ''Born Perfect" Bus Tour around Port Loko district, a locally led initiative, to raise awareness and engaging communities about ending FGM in Sierra Leone. #16days

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Advocacy Monday

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It starts with you! SAY NO TO FGM
#EndFGM #ZeroTolerance #viralreelschallenge

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One month old.
That’s how young she was when she died from severe bleeding after undergoing FGM in The Gambia. (BBC, August 2025)

Our struggles are connected. The pain is shared. And the truth is: until every girl, in every in every countryis safe, none of us are truly free.

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FAHP issues a Press Release condemning the initiation of about 50 girls in Gbo-Kakajama section Nongowa, Kenema District.

@IrlEmbFreetown
@UNFPASierraleon
@UNICEFSL
@UNHumanRights
@Purposeful_org

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As a way of commemorating the International Women's Day, FAHP organised a grand float parade at Mile 91 with the support of LIFT-SL.
The grand float parade was a tool for public advocacy and awareness about the essence of women and girls in society. Happy IWD🎉🥰👑✨♥️

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FAHP organized a two-day session on Organisational Leadership and Project Management for implementing partners and secretariat staff. The sessions underscored the essence of good organizational leadership and proper project management for successful execution of projects.

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Day 1!
As a way of ensuring active and proper execution of our work on FGM in communities, FAHP will be undertaking monitoring fieldtrips throughout its regions of implementation. We started our trip in Kambia where we visited the Gbonkomasesi Community and Kambia Islamic Sec Sch

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FAHP engaged with line ministries and CSOs for the Review of the draft National Strategy for the reduction of FGM in S/L. By engaging with stakeholders and CSOs, FAHP aims to create a comprehensive framework that prioritises education and awareness while also respecting culture.

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As a way of combating FGM in communities, GraceLand - SL and Masanta Women’s Group held community engagements with stakeholders to create awareness about FGM. It is important to leverage on partnerships with stakeholders for the promotion of ending the practice.

#endFGMC

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Dear Partners,

Thank you for a beautiful and productive year. We appreciate your commitment.

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As we conclude the 16 Days of Activism and commemorate Human Rights Day, it is imperative to reflect on the need for sustained efforts to protect the rights of women and girls in S/L. FGM is a profound human rights violation.

#endFGMC #EndViolenceAgainstGirls

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The Forum Against Harmful Practices celebrated a significant milestone, marking ten years of dedicated efforts to FGM. This anniversary event was aptly themed "A roadmap to meaningful conversation on the review and approval of the National Strategy for the Reduction of FGM

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Fathers can play a significant role in advocating against the practice, utilizing their influence to protect their daughters from undergoing this harmful procedure
#endFGMC #EndViolenceAgainstGirls #16DaysOfActivismAgainstGenderBasedViolence #fahp