A community based study on the change of practice of female genital mutilation in a Sudanese village (2001)
This study is a Descriptive research regarding All FGM/C with the following characteristics:
Author(s): Almroth L, Almroth-Berggren V, Hassanein OM, El Hadi N, Al-Said SS, Hasan SS, Lithell UB, Bergström S.
FGM/C Type(s): All
Health area of focus: None.
Objective: To investigate the practice of female genital mutilation (FGM),among young and old parents
Study Population: young parents and grandparents
Findings: All female respondents had undergone FGM. Of the young respondents,44% had decided not to let their daughters undergo FGM. Young fathers were more involved in the decision process than previously known,especially when decisions were taken not to perform FGM. Tradition and social pressure were the main motives for performing FGM. Sexuality was an important aspect,mentioned both as motives for and against FGM. Religious belief and education level significantly affected to what extent FGM was practiced. The study indicated a significant shift in practice between generations,young parents starting to question the value of FGM.
Geographical coverage
Region(s):Northern Africa
Country(ies):Sudan