6th February is International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation or FGM. The severe impact of which can lead to catastrophic physical and mental health problems that can last a lifetime. If you want to know more about this violation of human rights, please click here to find out about the work the United Nations is currently undertaking to end FGM by 2030.
As with so many of these days working collaboratively to make the world a safer place for women and girls is not just for one day – but every single day. If you want to learn more about becoming a member of Soroptimist International Great Britain & Ireland and the work we do to help make the world a safer place for women and girls, then why not contact us by completing the respective form or by emailing – Joint President Angela Edwards at angelamaurice1@yahoo.com or Catherine Best Communications Officer at catherine.best23@gmail.com – both of Soroptimist International Scarborough, Malton and District club. We look forward to hearing from you.