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21/11/2024 Celebrating a Decade of Action: End FGM European Network’s 10th Anniversary Event

Celebrating a Decade of Action: End FGM European Network’s 10th Anniversary Event at the European Parliament in Brussels.

05/11/2024 Joint letter to the European Commission calling for the adoption of the Recommendation on harmful practices.

Together with around 80 civil society organisations, healthcare professionals and academics working to advance women’s rights and the rights of LGBTI people, we urge the current Commission to adopt the Recommendation swiftly or guarantee its adoption by the next Commission before 2025.

05/11/2024 Launch of the End FGM E-Campus

Be part of the solution: Register to the Launch of the End FGM E-Campus 20th of November

22/10/2024 2024 Guide on FGM for EU Decision-Makers

We are proud to present this Guide on Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) for EU Decision-Makers, highlighting the importance of stronger political support, targeted funding, and comprehensive strategies that prioritize the protection and empowerment of affected communities, working together to shape a future free from FGM. This guide was developed by our Policy & Advocacy Team (Nejma, Sayeh, Tania Hosseinian) and our Senior Communications Officer (Ludovica Stornaiuolo). By working together with EU institutions and leaders, we can build a future where FGM and gender-based violence no longer exist. This guide provides essential insights, tools, and recommendations that EU decision-makers can adopt to drive meaningful change in 2024 and beyond.

04/10/2024 End FGM EU 10th Anniversary

Join us in celebrating our 10th Anniversary

04/10/2024 Exciting Events This Fall: Join Us for Key Milestones and New Launches!

This October and November, End FGM EU is hosting a range of impactful events, from celebrating our 10-year anniversary to launching new initiatives like the Purple Chair podcast and E-Campus platform. Save the dates, mark your calendars, and get ready to participate in these exciting milestones!

03/10/2024 Submission of GREVIO Joint Shadow Reports: Portugal

Together with our Portuguese member, APF, we have submitted a shadow report to GREVIO to highlight the current situation and provide concrete recommendations on prevention, protection, prosecution, and integrated policies related to Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) in Portugal.

26/09/2024 Together to shape a future free from FGM: End FGM EU's recommendations for EU decision-makers

This set of recommendations provides a roadmap for decision-makers to address key issues related to Female Genital Mutilation (FGM). Read our Recommendations for the EU Parliament & Commissions for the next 5 years to create a EU where we can all live free from violence.

16/09/2024 Open letter: Ensuring a vibrant civic space in the European Union – civil society’s expectations for the next five years

In the perspective of the upcoming five-year mandate, together with 415 civil society organisations we call on EU leaders to prioritise actions that foster a vibrant civic space, uphold democracy, and safeguard fundamental rights.

29/07/2024 Apply NOW to host the 2024 Knowledge Sharing Event!

Application for funding to Host the 2024 Knowledge Sharing Event. Deadline: 9th of September 2024. This year, we want to give YOU the opportunity to organise the Knowledge Sharing Event in your country, inviting the Network to join so that you can share good practices and learn from one another.