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What to do if you’re worried about FGM

Female genital mutilation, or FGM, is a painful and illegal process that involves cutting and removing a girl's external genitalia. If you're worried about FGM there are places to get support and advice.

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FGM is a painful and illegal process carried out on young girls.

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Next Steps

  • FORWARD works to end violence against women. Call them on 0208 960 4000 on Monday to Friday from 9:30 am to 5:30 pm or email on [email protected].
  • The Dahlia Project is a specialist service for women who have undergone Female Genital Mutilation. The service offers therapeutic support groups for FGM survivors. For more information call 020 7281 7694.
  • You can talk to Childline about anything. Call them for free on 0800 1111 or visit their website.
  • Chat about this subject on our Discussion Boards.
  • Need help but confused where to go locally? Download our StepFinder iPhone app to find local support services quickly.

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Updated on 03-May-2017

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