Female Genital Mutilation in Sierra Leone: A Phenomenological Study of the Experience of Abandonment (2015)
This study is a Descriptive research regarding All FGM/C with the following characteristics:
Author(s): Lionello Anna M
FGM/C Type(s): All
Health area of focus: None.
Objective: To investigate the experience of Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) abandonment among women in Sierra Leone.
Study Population: Women and local coalition that works to eradicate harmful practices
Findings: The findings also revealed the difficulties in their experience due to shunning. However,the need for support prompted them to find friendship among other abandoners,which helped them cope with the social difficulties. Through a focus-group interview,the second group confirmed a difficult experience among abandoners. By continuing to raise awareness to abandonment stories and by supporting women who abandon the practice,these abandoners can further pave the way toward FGM abandonment in Sierra Leone.
Geographical coverage
Region(s):Western Africa
Country(ies):Sierra Leone