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Mali: One Man's Quest to End Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) in Mali

[IPS] United Nations -- After years of defending FGM as a cultural practice, Sidi Haidara came to a realization: No tradition should come at the expense of a girl's health, rights, or future.

  • Sidi Haidara, a respected community leader, combats FGM in Mali.
  • After UN Women training, he shifts from defending to opposing FGM.
  • Through dialogue and community ownership, FGM abandonment spreads.

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