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These documents raise awareness of female genital mutilation (FGM) and provide advice on preventative measures.
Apply to get a court protection order if you or someone you know is a victim or in danger of female genital mutilation (FGM) (also known as 'female circumcision' or 'female genital cutting')
Will help over a million of the world’s poorest girls improve their lives through education.
Information and updates regarding ending violence against women and girls.
Vulnerable girls sentenced to youth custody will no longer be placed in Young Offender Institutions (YOIs)
Gives relevant professionals and the police an understanding of the female genital mutilation (FGM) mandatory reporting duty.
Information on the programme, including commissioning, quality assurance, education and training.
Use this form to make an application with the family court for a Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) protection order.
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