The Most Dreaded Practice in The Marginalised Communities

 

There is this practice that has gone on for some time in the marginalissed communities in Kenya and without proper aarangements could have great to worse attributes towards these communities.

Female genital mutilation (FGM) is a practice that involves the partiall or complete removal of the external female genitalia for non-medical reasons. In Kenya, the practice is most common among certain ethnic groups and is typically performed on girls between the ages of 4 and 14.

The disadvantages of FGM are numerous and can be both physical and psychological. Physically, it can cause severe bleeding, infection, scarring, and even death. It can also leato complications during childbirth, which can be dangerous for both the mother and the baby.

Psychologically, FGM can cause emotional trauma, depression, and anxiety. It can also lead to a loss of sexual sensation anda lack of sexual pleasure.

The repurcaltion of FGM in Kenya is that the government and many NGOs work to raise awareness and provide education to communities about the dangers of the practice, and laws have been put in place to criminalize it. However, cultural and traditional beliefs still drive the practice to continue in secret.

 Many organizations and individuals are also working to provide healthcare and support to women and girls who have been affected by FGM, and o empower them to speak out against the practice and advocate for their rights.

In addition to the physical and psychological harms of FGM, the practice also perpetuates gender inequality and discrimination against women and girls. It is often used as a way to control women's sexuality and to reinforce traditional gender roles.

As a result of the efforts to raise awareness and criminalize the practice, the prevalence of FGM in Kenya has been decreasing in recent years. However, it remains a significant problem in certain communities, and more work needs to be done to completely eradicate the practice.

The United Nations and other international organizations have also been working to address FGM in Kenya and other countries where it is practiced. This includes providing funding for education and awareness campaigns, as well as supporting local organizations that are working toend the practice.

In order to end FGMin Kenya will require a multifaceted approach that involves changing attitudes and beliefs within communities, as well as providing education, healthcare, and support to those affected by the practice. It is also important to involve men and boys in the effort, as they can play a crucial rolein changing attitudes and breaking the cyclce of tradition.

To awareness and education campaigns, other strategies that have been used to address FGM in Kenya include community-based interventions, such as working with traditional leaders and religious leaders to promote alternative rites of passage for girls that dnot involve FGM.

There are also programs that aim to empower women and girls by providing them with education and economic opportunities, which can help to reduce their vulnerability t FGM.

Working with healthcare providers to ensure that they are equipped to provide appropriate care and support to women and girls who have undergone FGM, and to also ensure that they are trained to identify and report cases of FGM.

It's also worth mentioning that, in addition to the efforts to eliminate the practice, there are also efforts to provide care and support to women and girls who have undergone FGM and are living with its consequences. This includes providing access to medical care, counseling, and rehabilitation services.

There are also efforts to provide education and training to women and girls who have undergone FGM to help them gain the skills and knowledge they need to improve their lives and become more self-sufficient.

It's important to address the economic motivations that can drive FGM by addressing poverty and social inequality in communities where the practice is prevalent. This can be done by providing economic opportunities for women and girls, such as microfinance programs, and by working to improve the overall economic and social conditions in these communities.

It's also crucial to involve men and boys in the efforts to end FGM, by educating them about the harms of the practice and encouraging them to be advocates for change. This can include engaging men and boys in community mobilization efforts, and involving them in the development of alternative rites of passage for girls.

Working with the media to raise awareness and educate the public about the harms of the practice. Media campaigns can be used to reach a wide audience and to challenge the cultural and societal norms that perpetuate FGM.

Involving and support the survivors of FGM by providing them with a safe space to share their stories and experiences, and to educate and empower them to become advocates against the practice

The legal systemtoo  to has to ensure that laws and policies are in place to protect the rights of women and girls and to hold those responsible for performing FGM accountable. This can include working with the police and courts to ensure that cases of FGM are investigated and prosecuted, as well as providing legal support to survivors of FGM.

Collaborating with other organizations and groups, both locally and internationally, that are working to end FGM. This can include sharing information, resources and best practices and working together to develop and implement effective strategies to end FGM.

In conclusion, ending FGM in Kenya requires a comprehensive and long-term approach that addresses the social, economic, and cultural factors that perpetuate the practice, as well as providing care and support for those affected by it. It also involves working with various sectors such as media, legal system, survivors, and organizations working to end FGM.

This is just part 1 of the FGM topic which is very broad a lot needs to be done for this vice to be completely wiped out.

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