Female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C) is recognized internationally as a human rights violation and a form of gender-based violence. Over 200 million women and girls globally have undergone some form of FGM/C, and it is estimated that over 100 thousand reside in Canada.
Service providers play a key role in ensuring survivors receive the proper care that addresses their unique physical and mental health needs, but many are inadequately equipped to provide culturally appropriate, sensitive, respectful and dignified care.
This 4-part hybrid workshop series aims to strengthen health, social and community service providers' knowledge about FGM/C and the provision of quality care to survivors.
#Topics, Dates, and In-Person Locations*
*This is a hybrid event. Register separately here for each in-person session you wish to attend - deadline is July 28. Register here for each virtual session you wish to attend (select one or more).
August 4, 9:45 am - 12:30 pm | Defining the practice of FGM/C with sensitivity | In-person location: YMCA Toronto Central, 20 Grosvenor Street, Toronto
August 11, 9:45 am - 12:30 pm | Understanding the challenges related to culturally competent and sensitive care | In-person location: YMCA Toronto Central, 20 Grosvenor Street, Toronto
August 18, 9:45 am - 12:30 pm | Incorporating trauma-informed principles in care practice | In-person location: YMCA Toronto Central, 20 Grosvenor Street, Toronto
August 25, 9:45 am - 12:30 pm | Gynecological and obstetrical care of women living with FGM/C | In-person location: Women's Health in Women's Hands CHC, 2 Carlton St. #500, Toronto
