Female Genital Mutilation is a serious violation of the rights of girls and women.
The Gambia has a law that make the practice illegal and violation of the law carries a punishment of up to 3 years in prison, fine of D50,000 or both, and life imprisonment if the practice results to death.
Reporting cases and breaking the silence on FGM will help in the eradication process and ensure smooth implementation of the anti-FGM law.