International Zero Tolerance Day 2025

On February 6, the International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) is observed.

FGM is a practice in which the genitalia of women and girls are partially or completely removed without any medical reason.
This practice is predominantly found in Africa, the Middle East, Asia, Latin America, and among migrant communities in Western countries. It is a violation of human rights and has significant physical, mental, and social consequences.

The theme for 2025 was: "Accelerate the Pace: Strengthening Partnerships and Building Movements to End FGM."
This year, 4.4 million girls were at risk of FGM, and globally, over 200 million women and girls have been affected by it.

In 2008, the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and UNICEF launched a joint program to end FGM.
So far, over 7 million girls and women have received prevention, protection, and care services.
More than 50 million people have publicly declared their commitment to abandon FGM.
FGM is not only a harmful practice but a grave violation of basic human rights. Efforts continue globally to eliminate it through education, laws, and support for affected individuals.

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