Report of the international confernce on "Zero Tolerance to FGM" Inter-African committee (IAC) on traditional practices affecting the health of women and children

Abstract

International instruments, legislation and conventions have been passed and signed by various countries as a way forward in bringing FGM and other Harmful Traditional Practices (HTPs) to world attention as a form of discrimination and act of violence against women and girls.In recognition of the magnitude of the problem,lAC has been at the forefront in the fight to eradicate FGM/HTPs and promote beneficial ones. It has through research studies, consultations, and collaboration with several stakeholders evolved multifaceted approaches and strategies aimed at ameliorating the lives of women and girls by advocating for the elimination of FGM/HTPs.