The End FGM Canada Network is proud to introduce "Miss Klitty," a sassy, no non-sense clitoris that speaks the truth about female reproductive anatomy and FGM/C!
Miss Klitty is our global goodwill ambassador and education prevention tool. She is here to normalize discussion of all parts of the female body and remove the shame and stigma associated with female anatomy once and for all. She is a cheeky and playful cartoon character based on the actual clitoris. In most communities affected by female genital mutilation/cutting, the clitoris is feared and hated. It's considered dirty. Talking about it is taboo. And most forms of FGM/C involve harming the clitoris in some way. Portraying the clitoris in a playful cartoon helps to spark conversation, breaking down barriers around the sensitivities of this topic to allow for open discussion.
Miss Klitty's mission: to help spark the conversation and bring this much maligned sexual organ out of the closet. Her goal: to change hearts and minds, demystify the clitoris, and remove the shame and stigma often associated with it. Miss Klitty was developed with a global youth advisory committee from affected communities. She wants to have her voice heard: the clitoris is beautiful and must be loved and treasured!
“A woman's body should not undergo any ritual that abuses her fundamental human right.
That's why it's important to join the #MissKlitty campaign to normalize conversations about the clitoris and empower women to take back control of their bodies.”
- Lola Ibrahim, Nigeria
“Until we can talk openly about the clitoris, we can't talk about saving it.”
- Maryan Abdikadir, FGM/C survivor, St. John's, Newfoundland
The Miss Klitty crochet design was created by Amy Kember, Crochet Designer. To visit Amy’s crochet Etsy store click here
Each clitoris is unique and beautiful. Use our easy cut and sew design, colouring sheet or printable to create your own Miss Klitty. So get creating and personalize her to your heart's content.
Don't let anyone tell you to stop playing with your clitoris!
In partnership with Raplapla we are launching the Miss Klitty doll!
Raplapla is a small Montreal-based company with a massive heart. They hand-make extraordinarily adorable plushies, often partnering with charities to help support important causes.
$20 from every Miss Klitty doll sold comes directly to The End FGM Canada Network to support our work in the Canadian anti-FGM/C movement. But wait, there's more! You can also buy accessories for her too. Check out the website for painfully cute bags, clothing and even capes!
Everyone has a different Miss Klitty & every Miss Klitty is beautiful!
Make your own Miss Klitty doll, share & tag us on social media. Let's spread a message of love for Miss Klitty & the clitoris all over the world!
#MISSKLITTY #WOMENSRIGHTSAREHUMANRIGHTS #FGMCANADA #ENDFGM #OURISSUETOO #HUMANRIGHTS
Click the map to see Miss Klitty around the world!
We would love to see unique Miss Klitty’s all over the world!
Email us your photo or video of your creation and your location. We will add it to our map. We hope to have a Miss Klitty in every corner of the world!
Meet the Artist: Sofia Gutierrez
Sofia Gutierrez was born and raised in El Salvador, but now calls Ontario her permanent home. Sofia graduated from Sheridan College’s Illustration and Design program. Her work focuses on story-telling and amplifying immigrant voices through art and design. Her saturated palettes and whimsical worlds seek to create an invigorating and inviting worldview through colourfully balanced, visually provocative pieces.
She began volunteering with Canada’s EndFGM organization in January 2022. Giving Miss Klitty a voice has been one of the most important projects she’s ever had the delight to work on.
The History of Miss Klitty
The Original Miss Klitty sketch by Canadian school girl Ghazal Azizi, 17.