For centuries, women have been afraid to speak up about female genital cutting /mutilation (FGM/C) for fear of being ostracized by their communities, labeled as victims, or jeopardizing their relationships with loved ones implicated in the practice.

The individuals contributing to Voices to End FGM/C come from a wide range of cultural and community contexts, but they share one thing in common: each has developed a unique story addressing the diverse and enduring impacts of FGM/C. Some storytellers talk about the physical and emotional consequences of the practice; others discuss advocacy efforts to end FGM/C, explore how health providers can best support survivors to provide needed care, or talk about how FGM/C has affected their connections with the women in their families.