International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation

February 6, Thursday

The International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) is observed every year on February 6. This day was established to raise awareness about the cruel practice of female genital mutilation and to combat its spread worldwide. The goal of this day is to educate people, raise awareness, and work towards eliminating this human rights violation.

History of the International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation
This day was proclaimed by the United Nations in 2003 to fight against female genital mutilation, which affects millions of women and girls worldwide, particularly in Africa, the Middle East, and some parts of Asia. This practice is a form of violence that violates the rights of women and girls. The day has become a crucial moment in the global campaign to eradicate this practice.

Objectives and Goals
The International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation aims to:
- Raise awareness about the dangers of female genital mutilation and its consequences on the health of women and girls.
- Promote the rights of women and girls by ensuring their protection from violence and exploitation.
- Support the development and implementation of laws prohibiting the practice of female genital mutilation.
- Educate and raise awareness within communities about the cultural and medical aspects of female genital mutilation.
- Support organizations and activists who fight for the rights of women and girls.

How to Celebrate this Day
Here are some ways to observe the International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation:
- Participate in events dedicated to combating female genital mutilation, such as conferences, seminars, and discussions.
- Support and promote initiatives of organizations working to eliminate this practice.
- Spread information about the dangers of female genital mutilation and its consequences on social media.
- Organize awareness campaigns in schools, universities, and workplaces to increase awareness on the topic.
- Host charitable events to support victims of female genital mutilation and assist them in their rehabilitation.

Importance of this Day
The International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation is highly significant in the global fight for women's rights. Female genital mutilation is a human rights violation that can have severe physical and psychological consequences, including infections, complications during childbirth, and emotional trauma. This day reminds us of the importance of combating violence against women and girls and ensuring their right to health, safety, and dignity.

The Fight Against Female Genital Mutilation
To combat female genital mutilation, it is essential to collaborate with local communities, human rights organizations, governments, and private institutions to create legal and social mechanisms that can prevent this practice. It is also important to support educational initiatives that inform people about the dangers of this tradition and emphasize the importance of respecting the rights of women and girls to health and well-being.

A Future Without Female Genital Mutilation
The work to eliminate female genital mutilation requires collective efforts at the international, national, and local levels. It is crucial that these efforts are accompanied by education, access to healthcare services, and support for women and girls who have been victims of this practice. Every year, the number of countries enacting laws prohibiting female genital mutilation increases, as does the number of communities rejecting this practice.

International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation Official website

International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation – days left: 320. Create Countdown to Event

International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation in other years

2021 February 6, Saturday
2022 February 6, Sunday
2023 February 6, Monday
2024 February 6, Tuesday
2026 February 6, Friday

International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation in other countries