FGM

• What is FGM?


  Female Genital Mutilation. Deliberate mutilation of the female genitals for non-medical reasons.
• Who does FGM happen to?

  Girls under the age of 15, prior to them entering into sexual activity.
• Where is it illegal and legal?

  Illegal - UK

  Legal - Africa, Middle East, Asia
• Why is it carried out?

  Cultural, religious, social reasons.

  Believed it will benefit the firl and preserve her virginity ready for marriage.
• Why is it illegal in the UK?

  Painful nature of the operation and health implications and problems relating to sex and mental illness after having it.