Healthcare professionals want and need better FGM/C training.
What we discovered.
We surveyed 670 health professionals about how their role and workplace tackle FGM/C. This is what they said:
In response to the survey we produced an online masterclass in partnership with Nursing Times. The masterclass taught healthcare professionals how to ask ‘One Question’ and provide holistic care. Our speakers shared their expertise from working on the ground as NHS specialists and support providers.
Watch it here.
Click the video to the right to watch the recorded webinar on Youtube.
Your copy of the presentation slides.
Want better solutions for your patients?
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We know what needs to be done to mitigate the healthcare inequalities felt by survivors of FGM/C. Now we’re asking for your help to get the message across to decision makers. Together with your pledge, our voice is louder and stronger.
Read the pledge below, and sign if you’re with us
I agree that the NHS should implement three interventions to address the healthcare inequalities faced by FGM/C survivors:
Ensure that all female patients are asked “One Question”.
Make reconstructive surgery available to FGM/C survivors.
Provide lifelong mental health support for FGM/C survivors.
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