Our Values

Our Values

Human-Rights Approach: The End FGM/C Canada Network is grounded in a human rights approach. We consider female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C) to be an extremely harmful practice, a form of gender-based violence, and a violation of the fundamental rights of girls, women, and non-binary children/adults. We are aligned with the United Nations’ policy of zero tolerance for FGM.

Diversity: We are an inclusive organization and value diverse backgrounds, experiences, ethnicities, services and sectors.

Respect: We believe in solidarity between organizations and we respect one another and engage in respectful and thoughtful dialogue.

Anti-discrimination: In our efforts to end FGM/C, we believe in approaching the issue with sensitivity towards individuals and communities, and we reject any form of discrimination and racism.

Supporting empowerment: We deeply value listening to, prioritizing, and honouring survivors of FGM/C and girls at risk, and we are committed to elevating their voices as Network members.

We value the voices of youth and grassroot organizations and support their work through the Network’s collective efforts.

Collective efforts: We bring together individuals and organizations to stand together to end FGM/C, to share information, exchange promising practices, amplify our efforts and voices, and work together to urge the Canadian government to take effective action.

Trauma-informed: We work with an awareness of the varied physical, social, and emotional impacts of trauma caused by FGM/C on individuals (including survivors, activists and professionals) and communities. We value self-care and community care of our members and volunteers.