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- Title
Social and Health Risks of Female Genital Mutilation for Medication and Braveness.
- Authors
Ibrahim, Abdurahman Hamza; Belay, Degwale Gebeyehu; Tiruneh, Asfaw Zewdie; Kia, Tsegaye Tuke
- Abstract
Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) is a worldwide phenomenon. Despite many attempts for its abolishment, FGM is undergoing till today. This study has been conducted in Six Woredas of Southern Region of Ethiopia in order to assess the prevalence of FGM, to explore its drivers, to assess documentation and tracking practices, and political will and synergy of actors against FGM. A total of 120 respondents were taken as a sample. Data has been collected using questionnaire, key informant interview, and focus group discussions. Findings revealed that FGM is prevalent in the study Woredas. It is practiced secretly and there is also a cross-boundary circumcision which makes documentation and tracking practices challenging. FGM is mainly practiced by traditional cutters and 'festal doctors'. It is mainly practiced simply because it has been practiced by the previous generation. FGM is also perceived as medication to 'chebela' [genital 'disease']. Girls also perceive FGM as a sign of braveness. The political will and synergy different actors in the study Woredas, were found to be weak.
- Publication
International Journal of Risk & Contingency Management, 2018, Vol 7, Issue 1, p20
- ISSN
2160-9624
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.4018/IJRCM.2018010102