I knew how it feels but couldn’t save my daughter; testimony of an Ethiopian mother on female genital mutilation/cutting (2017)
This study is a Exploratory research regarding III FGM/C with the following characteristics:
Author(s): Adinew,Y. M.,& Mekete,B. T.
FGM/C Type(s): III
Health area of focus: None.
Objective: The aim of this testimony was to hear in one woman’s own words,what the experience of FGM/C was for the mother of a recently circumcised daughter who suffered excessive blood loss following the procedure.
Study Population: Woman
Findings: The study participant described a range of experiences she had during her own and her daughter’s circumcision. Three themes emerged from the woman’s description: womanhood,social pressure and stigmatization of uncircumcised women and uncertain future. Even though the national prevalence may show a decline,FGM/C is still practiced underground. Thus,anti-FGM/C interventions shall consider elders influence and incorporate a human rights approach rather than relying merely on the dire health consequences. Further exploration of the determinants of FGM/C on a wider scale is recommended.
Geographical coverage
Region(s):Eastern Africa
Country(ies):Ethiopia